Can EIA release historical coal commodity spot prices?

Because the historical spot price data are proprietary, they cannot be released by EIA; see S&P Global. S&P Global. The Coal Markets Report summarizes average weekly coal commodity spot prices by coal regions in the United States. The historical data for coal commodity spot market prices are proprietary and not available for public release.

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.

How much does coking coal cost?

Coking coal must be low in sulfur and requires more thorough cleaning than coal used in power plants, which makes the coal more expensive. In 2022, the average delivered price of coking coal to coke producers was about $196 per short ton—about 4.4 times higher than the average price of coal delivered to the electric power sector.