The analysis of Global Coal Rents by Country for 2024 shows Mongolia leading with a coal rent value of 6.85% of GDP, followed by Mozambique and South Africa. Notable variations from 2023 indicate a general decline in coal rents across many countries, such as Germany (-12.11%), Hungary (-27.66%), and Spain (-71.73%). Conversely, countries like Brazil (+15.81%), Zambia (+4.54%), and Argentina (+7.92%) exhibited positive changes. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for most countries suggests a downward trend in coal rents as a percentage of GDP.
Future trends to watch include potential policy shifts towards renewable energy, which may further decrease coal rents in major coal-producing countries. Additionally, technological advancements and international climate agreements are likely to intensify this downward trajectory. Emerging economies with growing coal industries may see temporary increases, but overall, the global movement is aligned with reducing dependency on coal.
Top countries in Coal Rents by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of GDP | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Mongolia | 6.85 | 2023 | +8.46% | -2.74% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Mozambique | 3.46 | 2023 | +13.07% | -9.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Africa | 2.08 | 2023 | +0.00037% | -1.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 India | 0.93 | 2023 | +3.27% | -4.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Indonesia | 0.92 | 2023 | +5.08% | -3.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Colombia | 0.79 | 2023 | +10.85% | -1.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Kazakhstan | 0.75 | 2023 | +2.63% | -4.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 0.72 | 2023 | +4.44% | -2.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Russia | 0.46 | 2023 | +3.69% | -3.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 China | 0.45 | 2023 | +4.13% | -5.09% | View data |
