Market Insight
Residential and commercial demand support Henry Hub
Increasing gas demand from the residential and commercial sectors in the US will support exchange-traded and regional gas prices in the coming weeks.
Pressure on prices ahead as Rough set to reopen
Warmer weather and the start of withdrawals from the UK's Rough storage facility will put pressure on gas prices in early December.
North America
Gas sees growing popularity in the US power sector
The US power sector is boosting its use of gas as a result of low gas prices, improved access to gas for power utilities, and the closure of coal-fired plants.
7 September 2016
North America
Late summer warmth boosts Henry Hub
The Henry Hub front-month futures price is receiving support from a forecast for above-average temperatures in the eastern half of the US and ongoing supply disruptions caused by floods in Louisiana.
31 August 2016
Europe
UK gas prices come under pressure
Strong gas supplies to the UK have put pressure on NBP prices, even though the country’s demand for the fuel has been above seasonal norms.
31 August 2016
Europe
More wells at Rough expected to be operating this winter
The UK’s Rough storage facility will have more wells in operation for withdrawals during the winter but no injections will take place, helping to support prices.
24 August 2016
North America
Weather limits US gas exports to Mexico
Pipeline gas exports from the US to Mexico are under pressure from floods in Louisiana and high demand for air conditioning in the southern states.
24 August 2016
North America
Price differential boosts Canadian gas flows into US
The differential is widening between the Henry Hub and AECO Hub spot prices, encouraging Canada to boost gas exports to the United States.
17 August 2016
Europe
Supply levels put pressure on European hub prices
The NBP day-ahead price fell to 29 p/th at the start of the week, while the TTF day-ahead dropped to 28 p/th on Monday.
17 August 2016
North America
Henry Hub falls as market looks beyond summer
The Henry Hub front-month futures price will come under pressure in the next few weeks as the US leaves the peak summer demand period.
10 August 2016
Europe
Europe’s hubs fall after July highs, but stay above 31 p/th
The NBP day-ahead was around 33 p/th on Tuesday, down from the highs seen in late July.
10 August 2016
North America
Henry Hub becomes more susceptible to storage plays
Low rates of gas injection will support Henry Hub front-month futures and spot prices. However, Canadian gas prices will remain under pressure from improving gas stocks.
3 August 2016
North America
Maintenance driving regional gas prices in the US
Regional gas prices in parts of the western US are expected to receive support from maintenance over the coming weeks, but Canadian prices remain under pressure.
27 July 2016
North America
Henry Hub supported by demand from power and industry
The Henry Hub front-month futures price has come under pressure as a result of profit-taking and rising gas stocks in the US.
20 July 2016
Europe
Winter prices on the NBP forward curve jump further
The Rough storage facility, which accounts for more than 70% of the UK's storage capacity, was shut at the start of the month, pushing up peak winter prices on the NBP forward curve.
20 July 2016
North America
Another gas glut in sight for North America
The United States and Canada are heading towards another gas glut, even though production rates are slowing and demand for the fuel is increasing.
13 July 2016
Europe
Ukraine’s storage situation getting worse
Without direct imports from Russia, Ukraine’s stock levels are likely to be low at the start of the winter withdrawal period, and Naftogaz may struggle to refill its facilities.
13 July 2016
Europe
Supply increases keep up with demand growth in Europe
The NBP day-ahead was around 34 p/th on Tuesday, and although prices have been supported by strong offtake in recent days, rising supplies have capped gains.
6 July 2016
North America
Profit-taking induces volatility at Henry Hub
Growing gas-to-power demand in the US has seen Henry Hub front-month futures venturing into oversold territory, promoting profit-taking and adding to price volatility.
6 July 2016
Europe
Increased gas supply pushes prices down in Europe
Prices dipped slightly at most European hubs at the start of the week as flows from Norway resumed after temporary disruptions.
29 June 2016
North America
Henry Hub continues climbing towards $3/MMBtu
Recent rises in the Henry Hub front-month futures price suggest it may reach $3/MMBtu by the end of summer in the United States.
22 June 2016
Europe
Hub prices dip in Europe after a week of gains
Prices dipped at the NBP, TTF and PEG Nord hubs on Tuesday following a week of gains. Meanwhile, Ukraine looks set to be short of gas this winter.
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