FAQ

  • What determines the price of coal?

    The price of coal depends on the balance of supply and demand, production and export volumes, transportation costs, inventory levels, seasonal demand and conditions in the energy and steel markets. Coal prices are also influenced by weather, supply disruptions and government energy policies.

  • What is the difference between thermal coal and coking coal prices?

    Thermal coal is mainly used for power and heat generation, so its price is influenced by electricity demand and competition with natural gas and other energy sources. Coking coal is used in steelmaking, making its price dynamics more closely linked to steel production and demand from the metallurgical industry.

  • What affects coal price dynamics?What affects coal price dynamics?

    Coal price dynamics are driven by changes in production, export flows, industrial and power-sector demand, transportation costs and inventory levels. Major consuming and exporting markets, particularly in Asia and Australia, also play an important role in global coal prices.

  • How can you track the coal market and coal prices?

    The coal market can be monitored using current coal prices, historical price dynamics, production, export, inventory and consumption data. Comparing these indicators helps assess trends in the thermal and coking coal markets and identify the main drivers of price changes.