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Ukraine’s ferrous metal exports fell by 6.2% over five months

12 June , 2026  

In January–May 2026, Ukraine’s metallurgical enterprises saw a 6.2% decline in revenue from ferrous metal exports compared to the same period last year—down to $1.184435 billion from $1.262746 billion.

According to statistics released by the State Customs Service, ferrous metals accounted for 6.73% of total export revenue during this period, compared to 7.45% in January–May 2025.

In May 2026, revenues from ferrous metal exports amounted to $291.757 million, compared to $259.544 million in April.

As reported, Ukraine’s metallurgical enterprises increased revenue from ferrous metal exports by 7.85% in 2025 compared to the previous year—to $3.339487 billion. Ferrous metals accounted for 8.25% of total export revenue for the year.

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