The Coal Hub

Global coal prices weaken as geopolitical risk fades and Asian demand stays mixed

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August 10, 2026

Global coal trade proves resilient to maritime chokepoint disruptions

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August 10, 2026

China coal power capacity continues to expand despite tighter approvals

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August 10, 2026

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Share of U.S. electric power generation by fuel source from 1990 to 2025

U.S. coal-fired generation rises 13% as electricity demand increases

August 10, 2026

U.S. coal-fired generation increased by 13% in 2025 as stronger electricity demand from data centres, manufacturing and hotter summer weather lifted power generation, contributing to a rise in power-sector carbon dioxide emissions. Total electric power generation increased by 3%, or 119 TWh, reaching a new annual record. The increase in U.S. coal-fired generation amounted to 85 TWh and raised coal-related power-sector […]

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Australian coal sector employment supported by state in 2024/25

Australian coal industry contributes $164.9bn to the national economy

August 10, 2026

The Australian coal industry contributed an estimated $164.9 billion in gross value added to the national economy in 2024/25 while supporting more than 782,000 jobs, according to a new industry report. The study also estimates the sector generated $74.5 billion in direct spending, supplied more than 14,400 businesses, and remained a major source of employment and economic activity across Australia’s coal-producing regions. The report estimates the Australian […]

API2 Rotterdam coal futures rise to 2 per tonne for August 2026

Global coal prices split as European winter demand firms and Asian buying softens

August 3, 2026

Global coal prices showed mixed movements as European winter procurement supported API2 futures, while API4 and several Asian benchmarks weakened. Heatwaves improved Chinese demand late in the week, but India’s monsoon continued to limit imports, while petcoke and Russian coal remained firm. Australian, Indonesian and South African coal markets remained under pressure as cautious Asian buying, comfortable inventories and limited […]

Stacked bar chart of US thermal coal exports by coast from 2023 to 2030. Blue bars (Atlantic/Gulf Coast) form the lower portion with a darker blue segment on top (Pacific Coast). Total exports stay in the mid‑30s to mid‑40s million tonnes each year, with Atlantic/Gulf Coast consistently larger than the Pacific Coast.

US coal exports could grow with new ports, rail investment and regulatory reform, report says

August 3, 2026

US coal exports could increase significantly through new port infrastructure, expanded rail capacity and regulatory reforms that improve the competitiveness of American coal in global markets, according to a new report. The analysis says export growth is currently constrained by limited West Coast terminal capacity, high logistics costs and a complex permitting and regulatory environment. The outlook for US coal […]