Russian coal sector narrows net loss to 178.6 bln rubles in Jan-Aug 2026

Russian coal companies reported a net loss of 178.6 billion rubles for January-August 2026, improving from a 263.2 billion ruble loss a year earlier. The narrower loss suggests partial stabilization amid ongoing Western sanctions and logistics constraints, but the sector remains deeply unprofitable. This signals persistent stress in Russian coal exports and fiscal pressure on the state budget.

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