This annual publication analyses the world steel market. Statistical tables provide the most up-to date figures and the short-term outlook in the world steel market by area, and the main characteristics, consumption, trade, production and employment.

This annual publication provides the most up-to-date figures and the short-term outlook showing developments in the world steel market by area, and the main characteristics, apparent consumption, trade and and production, as well as trends in employment.

Presents a discussion of recent trends and prospects in science, technology and industry, based on comparative indicators, such as output, investment and productivity, research and development (R&D), patent activity and innovation and knowledge flows.

OECD Factbook 2005 is the first edition of a comprehensive and dynamic new statistical annual from the OECD. More than 100 indicators cover the full range of topics covered by the OECD.