The Zacks Coal industry is facing significant headwinds as the use of coal in U.S. thermal power plants continues to decline. In 2025, demand is projected to weaken further due to the planned retirement of coal-fired units and the growing shift toward renewable energy sources for electricity generation. The ongoing energy transition, marked by utility operators systematically phasing out coal assets, continues to pressure the industry. As a result, coal production volumes are decreasing. Coal export volumes ...