Inbound shipments of the fuel increased in the first four months of the year, while exports declined.

Firm says it has been able to significantly reduce debt.

Prices for major US coal production basins were unchanged in the week ended May 17.

Firm says prices of $100 a metric ton is new normal.

General outlook still bearish despite rise.

Benchmark up slightly after inquiries from China picked up.

Production from major basins increased for the week ended May 4.

Prices from major coal production basins mostly unchanged for week ended May 3.

Prices increased slightly despite sluggish China demand.

Firm says it needs coal to fuel production units, power plants.