Fortune magazine has named Steel Dynamics Inc, one of the largest domestic steel producers and metals recyclers in the USA, as one of the 2021 World's Most Admired Companies. The company ranked No. 1 within the metals industry.

"We are honoured by this recognition," said Mark D. Millett, president and chief executive officer. "Our recognition is testimony to the extraordinary passion and spirit of excellence exhibited by our teams. It is their drive, innovation, and dedication to each other that propels Steel Dynamics to the highest standard of operational and financial performance. I thank each of them, and remind them, that their health and safety is our number one value and first priority."

According to Fortune, the World's Most Admired Companies annual list is a ranking of the world's most respected and reputable companies. Those on the list are determined by a survey that evaluates corporate reputation based on nine key attributes, including innovation, people management, use of corporate assets, social responsibility, quality of management, financial soundness, long-term investment value, quality of products and/or services, and global competitiveness. Executives, directors and analysts identify the companies with the strongest reputations within their industries and across industries.

FORTUNE's World's Most Admired Companies list and details on the selection methodology are available at: https://fortune.com/worlds-most-admired-companies/2021/.