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Power generation costs are typically assessed using levelised cost of electricity (LCOE) metrics, but critics argue these comparisons overlook the full costs of maintaining reliable power systems. New analysis suggests that when system-wide costs are included, coal and other dispatchable generation technologies may be more competitive than commonly assumed. Power generation costs are typically assessed through levelised cost of electricity, […]
Global coal investment is set to reach its highest level since 2012 as governments prioritise energy security, supply resilience and domestic fuel production. China and India continue to lead spending, reinforcing coal’s role in supporting economic growth, industrial development and reliable electricity supply. The IEA expects coal supply investment to rise to around USD 180 billion in 2026, up 4% […]
The Indian steel industry is investing heavily in new coal-based blast furnace capacity, but a new analysis argues that growing reliance on imported coking coal could expose producers to rising costs, carbon tariffs and currency risks over the coming decades. The report suggests green steel technologies may reach cost parity sooner than many industry participants expect. The Indian steel industry […]
Indonesian coal exports could be reshaped by a new state-controlled export framework designed to centralise commodity sales, strengthen oversight of export revenues and improve foreign exchange management. The proposed reforms would place coal exports under a single export gateway from 2027, potentially altering the way producers, traders and international buyers interact. Indonesian coal exports could be reshaped by a new […]
Global coal prices remained firm as heatwaves in China lifted power demand and supported higher-CV coal imports. Indonesian supply tightness, Australian demand strength, and competitive Russian pricing helped sustain market sentiment, while Indian buying stayed cautious due to ample domestic supply. Global coal prices held a firm tone during the week, supported by stronger Asian demand, rising Chinese power consumption, […]
India’s push to scale hydrogen-based steelmaking is increasingly being framed as a way to reduce long-term dependence on imported coking coal, with new analysis suggesting future steel investment decisions could shape the country’s energy security, industrial competitiveness and exposure to global coal markets for decades. India’s green steel strategy is increasingly being framed as a long-term energy security issue, as […]
Average broker and analyst forecasts continue to point to relatively resilient coal markets through the end of the decade, with hard coking coal prices projected to remain above US$200/t through 2030 while Newcastle benchmark thermal coal forecasts also stay well above historical pre-crisis levels despite ongoing energy transition pressures. Coal price forecasts in KPMG’s March/April 2026 bulletin point to a […]
Pennsylvania’s vast coal ash stockpiles could emerge as a strategic domestic source of rare earth elements used in defence systems, AI infrastructure, batteries and permanent magnets, with new analysis highlighting how legacy coal waste may help strengthen US critical minerals supply chains while creating new industrial opportunities for former coal regions. Pennsylvania’s vast coal ash legacy could offer a new […]
Global coal prices remained mixed in April as supply-side tightness offered support, while weak spot demand limited stronger gains. India’s coal and coke imports rose month-on-month, supported by higher thermal and coking coal volumes, though overall imports stayed below last year’s levels. Global coal prices remained cautious in April, with regional demand trends and freight volatility shaping market sentiment. India’s […]