One top Southeast coal buyer told U.S. Coal Review that the market is as tough as advertised, and for the most part, it's legitimate. He does think there is a bit of room for cynicism, though. "I think (the market is) being manipulated a little bit, and I think the traders are doing some of it," the source said. "On the other hand, I have no doubt that Central App is undersupplied, and I think that demand right now is exceeding supply." Fundamentally, the buyer said, Central App is going to struggle to produce enough low-sulfur coal to meet the demands of every consumer. He doesn't expect that to change any time soon, and he is working to get the best possible deal for the most secure supply in the face of the deficiency in availability.
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