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Coal Surges to 2-Month High

Coal prices climbed toward $140 per ton in late August, reaching a two-month high as robust global energy demand coincided with persistent concerns over supply. Coal remains the world’s largest source of power generation, producing nearly 11,000 TWh in 2026, while surging electricity demand is slowing efforts to displace the fuel with renewable energy. The ...

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Soybean Futures Extend Rally

Soybean futures climbed further above $12.6 per bushel, extending their rally to the highest level since December 2023 as concerns over crop conditions and strong Chinese demand continued to support…

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