Argus Global Coal Overview

Argus Global Coal Overview

Global thermal coal prices surged to to record levels in 2022, experiencing unprecedented volatility. Prices have since come off as risks associated with Europe’s winter 22/23 supply recede. At a global level, coal demand remains robust with security of supply shifting higher up the agenda of many governments in light of geopolitical upheaval. In Europe, gas supply cuts have sparked a recovery in power-sector demand, while sanctions have shifted the region’s coal import mix away from Russia and towards other suppliers. In Asia-Pacific, thermal coal remains a pillar of the power and industrial sectors. Global coal trade flows and price spreads are shifting, with flows from key suppliers Russia, Indonesia, Australia, South Africa, Colombia and the US penetrating new markets. Keeping on top of prices and flows, and how coal markets intersect with other energy and commodity benchmarks, will be critical in the coming years.

Argus Coal Market Services

Argus coal market services provide you with the professional, high-quality intelligence that you need to meet the demands of today’s global coal markets. Our global coverage includes key prices such as ICI 3, ICI 4, API 2, API 4, API 5, API 6, API 8, API 10, API 12 and the Richards Bay off-specification differentials. Our trusted pricing is used by key industry stakeholders across the globe, from governments to trading houses and financial service providers.


Whether you are interested in European, Asia-Pacific, Americas or African coal markets, we can give you the clearest, most accurate indexation-quality price assessments, news and analysis available on the go.


The coal market services can be accessed from Argus Direct through your desktop, laptop, tablet and mobile phone. This dynamic platform provides you with key news, information and tools to empower your business decisions anytime.

Consulting Services

With a wealth of experience in the coal markets globally, Argus Consulting Services has a proven track-record in providing tailored consultancy services for producers, buyers, mining firms, investors, banks, governments and multilateral agencies. Assignments are conducted under strict confidentiality practices and further information required can be provided within the constraints of client confidentiality.

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  • Supply, demand and pricing analysis

Visit the coal consulting page or contact consulting@argusmedia.com for more information.

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