BlueScope Steel Reports Significant Profit Decline Amid Challenging Market Conditions

The latest update is out from Bluescope Steel ( (AU:BSL) ).

BlueScope Steel Limited reported a significant decline in its financial performance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, with a 90% drop in reported net profit after tax (NPAT) to $83.8 million and a 51% decrease in underlying NPAT to $420.8 million. The decline was attributed to lower steel spreads and asset impairments, although the company maintained investment-grade credit ratings and returned $293 million to shareholders. Despite the downturn, BlueScope remains financially stable with a net debt position of $28 million and substantial liquidity of $2.8 billion, and it plans to continue its buy-back program and pay a 50% franked final dividend.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:BSL) stock is a Hold with a A$22.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bluescope Steel stock, see the AU:BSL Stock Forecast page.

More about Bluescope Steel

BlueScope Steel Limited is a prominent player in the steel industry, primarily focusing on the production and distribution of steel products. The company operates globally, with a significant market presence in Australia and other regions, catering to diverse sectors including construction and manufacturing.

YTD Price Performance: 31.30%

Average Trading Volume: 1,272,044

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: A$10.63B

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