What is the global coal price index?

The global coal price index reached 242.2 index points in March 2023. Although figures decreased compared to the last months, coal prices have seen a significant net increase over the past two years.

How much does coking coal cost in Australia?

The average FOB price for Australian prime coking coal in 2019 was about USD 176/t, a y-o-y drop of roughly 15%. In comparison, supply costs for coking coal decreased only slightly, indicating that the profitability of met coal production decreased. The supply cost curve for both high and low calorific thermal coal decreased from 2018 to 2019.

What was the average FOB price for Australian thermal coal in 2019?

In 2019 the average FOB price for Australian thermal coal with a CV of 6 000 kcal/kg was about USD 76/t, a decrease of roughly 28% from 2018, indicating a decrease in thermal coal production profitability for high CV coal. Producers of low calorific thermal coal also faced falling prices in 2019.

How are coal prices displayed in trading economics?

Coal prices displayed in Trading Economics are based on over-the-counter (OTC) and contract for difference (CFD) financial instruments. Our coal prices are intended to provide you with a reference only, rather than as a basis for making trading decisions. Trading Economics does not verify any data and disclaims any obligation to do so.