Author: Yuvraj Chouhan
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Asian thermal coal rally pauses as Indian demand softens, but China and Indonesian supply tightness keep market supported
Indonesian low-CV coal gains but Australian, South African prices stable Summer power demand, tighter hydro supply lifts Chinese domestic prices The Asian thermal coal market entered a consolidation phase in the final week of May (25-30 May 2026), with buying activity slowing amid holiday-related disruptions, elevated freight costs, and cautious procurement from Indian industrial consumers.…