Synopsis Asia's thermal coal imports are expected to rise for a third straight month in July, driven by stronger demand from China, Japan and South
Synopsis Asia's thermal coal imports are expected to rise for a third straight month in July, driven by stronger demand from China, Japan and South Korea during peak summer, Reuters reported. India is the exception, with imports projected to hit an 11-month low as higher coal prices discourage purchases despite record electricity demand and lower stockpiles.
Published: July 28, 2026 โข 11:28 AM IST ยท Updated: July 28, 2026 โข 12:37 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Asia's thermal coal imports are expected to rise for a third straight month in July, driven by stronger demand from China, Japan and South Korea during peak summer, Reuters reported.
India is the exception, with imports projected to hit an 11-month low as higher coal prices discourage purchases despite record electricity demand and lower stockpiles.