POSCO (NYSE:PKX), operating under the ticker PKX on the New York Stock Exchange, is a leading integrated steel producer headquartered in Pohang, South Korea. Established in 1968 as Pohang Iron and Steel Company, it has grown into one of the world’s largest steel manufacturers by capacity and output. The company’s core business encompasses the production and sale of a full range of steel products, serving industries such as automotive, shipbuilding, construction, and consumer goods.
POSCO operates two major domestic steel complexes in Pohang and Gwangyang, each featuring integrated facilities for ironmaking, steelmaking, and rolling. Over the years, the company has invested heavily in R&D to develop advanced steel grades, including high-strength automotive steels, corrosion-resistant coated products, and electrical steels for the electronics sector. Its commitment to innovation is reflected in its extensive research centers in South Korea.
Beyond its home market, POSCO has established a significant global footprint with subsidiaries and joint ventures in China, Indonesia, Vietnam and India, as well as steel-processing units in the Americas and Europe. These overseas operations help the company tailor its product offerings to regional market needs and support local customers in key industrial hubs.
Under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Choi Jeong-woo, POSCO continues to diversify into value-added businesses such as energy, chemicals, and trading, while pursuing sustainability initiatives to reduce carbon emissions across its production processes. The company remains focused on enhancing efficiency, expanding its international presence and delivering steel solutions that meet evolving customer requirements.
