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Asian coal demand rises as LNG shortages force utilities back to coal

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June 8, 2026

Russian coal companies face rising losses in Q1 2026

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June 6, 2026

Global coal prices continued to rise over the past week

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June 6, 2026

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Coal plant value in focus as 640 GW of coal fired generation comes under review

A new analysis examines the future of coal fired generation, assessing more than 640 GW of coal-fired capacity currently under development worldwide. While the report comes from an organisation that advocates a faster transition away from coal, the findings may be of interest to coal producers, utilities and investors given their potential implications for future coal plant value, project economics and investment […]

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Line chart showing API2 Rotterdam coal futures for the July 2026 contract over one year.

Global coal prices hold firm as supply concerns support market sentiment

Global coal prices held firm during the week as supply concerns, policy uncertainty and healthy Asian demand supported several major coal origins. Indonesia and Australia saw firmer pricing, while India’s reliance on domestic coal kept import demand subdued. Main Paragraph: Global coal prices remained broadly supported as supply concerns and regional demand trends shaped the market. China stayed cautious in […]

Motorists queue at a fuel station in Dhaka, Bangladesh, during concerns over fuel supply disruption.

Coal fired generation helps Asian economies navigate energy supply shocks

While much of the focus during the current energy crisis has centred on oil and LNG markets, a new report highlights the role coal fired generation continues to play in supporting energy security across emerging Asia. The study examines how countries affected by fuel supply disruptions have responded to rising energy costs and shortages, with coal providing an important source […]

Chart showing lignite and coal power output ramping in Germany to support wind and solar integration.

Flexible coal power could play a larger role in Asia’s energy transition

While many energy transition studies focus primarily on coal retirement, a new analysis of Asian power markets argues that existing coal plants still have an important role to play. The report examines how flexible coal generation can support grid reliability and renewable energy integration across some of Asia’s fastest-growing electricity markets, while recognising the continued importance of relatively young coal […]