POSCO (NYSE:PKX) is a South Korean steel producer that manufactures and sells a broad range of steel products for the automotive, shipbuilding, construction, energy, and general manufacturing industries. Its product portfolio includes hot- and cold-rolled steel, galvanized and electrical steel, stainless steel, wire rod, plates, and other specialty materials.
The company operates major integrated steel facilities in Pohang and Gwangyang, South Korea, and serves customers in domestic and international markets. Through overseas subsidiaries and processing centers, POSCO supports customers across Asia, North America, Europe, and other regions. Its business activities also include raw-material procurement, steel processing, trading, and related services.
Founded in 1968 as Pohang Iron and Steel Company, the company adopted the name POSCO in 2002. In 2022, POSCO reorganized its corporate structure under POSCO Holdings, with the steel operating business continuing under the POSCO name. The broader group has also expanded into areas such as secondary-battery materials, hydrogen, energy, and infrastructure through affiliated businesses.
