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Coal switching accelerates in Asia as LNG markets tighten

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April 14, 2026

Russian coal exports to Turkey down 31% in Jan–Feb 2026

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Russian rail coal exports to China via border crossings plunge 22.6% in Q1 2026

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API2 Rotterdam coal futures chart showing global coal prices trend for May 2026 contract at around 5.8 with recent volatility

Global coal prices fall sharply as easing tensions and weak demand weigh on markets

Global coal prices declined this week as markets corrected following earlier geopolitical-driven gains. Softer natural gas prices and subdued demand across key regions reduced coal competitiveness and pressured prices downward. Global coal prices moved lower this week, led by a sharp correction in European API2 futures as easing geopolitical tensions reduced the risk premium across energy markets. Lower natural gas […]

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Chart comparing final energy demand by fuel type in Europe under central and delayed transition scenarios

Slower energy transition extends thermal generation in European power markets

A slower energy transition could extend the role of thermal generation in European power markets as delayed electrification and weaker renewable build-out keep fossil fuel demand higher for longer. AFRY’s Delayed Transition scenario also suggests structurally higher long-term power prices, supporting existing thermal and renewable assets while creating a more difficult outlook for new low-carbon and flexibility projects. Slower energy […]

Line chart of Henry Hub natural gas spot price from 1998 to 2025, with annotations for Winter Storm Uri and Winter Storm Fern highlighting spike periods.

Rising risks for gas fired power reshape power market dynamics

Gas fired power is facing mounting financial risks as fuel price volatility, rising LNG exports and higher capital costs erode its competitiveness. As renewables and battery storage scale rapidly, the long-term role of conventional fuels in power markets is becoming increasingly uncertain. Gas fired power is under growing pressure from rising costs and market volatility, with fuel price spikes and […]

Line chart showing global seaborne coal import volumes declining to a five-year low in March 2026

Global seaborne coal imports fall to five-year low as energy crisis fails to lift demand

Global seaborne coal imports declined sharply in March 2026, reaching a five-year low despite a major energy shock. Structural shifts such as renewable expansion, weaker industrial activity, and higher domestic production are suppressing demand. Global seaborne coal imports fell to 102.8 Mt in March 2026, marking a 7.6% year-on-year decline and the lowest March level since 2021. Despite a significant […]