Natural Gas 22 March 2026

U.S. Natural Gas Futures Pull Back With Supplies Limiting Rally

Natural gas futures eased early Tuesday, with the July NYMEX contract down 1.9 cents, or 0.6%, at $3.234 per million British thermal units as of 5:03 a.m. EDT. Monday's gains faded as supply growth weighed against weather-driven buying. Natural gas finished Monday with July contracts up 0.6% at $3.253, as the market balanced this summer’s first big heat with higher-than-usual storage. Warmer forecasts for July boosted expected demand from power generators.

23 June 2026

Energy·Natural Gas

Europe Faces Fresh LNG Worry, This Time From the US

Europe is relying more on U.S. liquefied natural gas as it cuts use of Russian pipeline gas, with Poland among the countries most dependent on American LNG, data from Rzeczpospolita and IEEFA show. The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis thinks the U.S. will provide about two-thirds of Europe’s LNG in 2026, and could supply up to 80% of EU LNG by 2028. Europe is pushing to end its reliance on Russian gas just as Qatari export disruptions and tighter global LNG supplies force U.S. cargoes to fill the gap. On Tuesday, U.S. gas exporters asked the EU to put off applying a new methane emissions law to 2028, saying uncertainty around the rule is stalling long-term supply contracts.

19 May 2026

Energy·Natural Gas·NYSE:LNG

Natural Gas Gains as Output Slips and an Early Heat Wave Builds

U.S. natural gas futures jumped Friday, rising almost 3% to their highest level in seven weeks. Prices hit $2.96 per million British thermal units, up 2.31% on the day. Traders pointed to lighter production and expectations for milder weather as the main catalysts. Reuters highlighted the 3% move and tied it to falling output. As the spring “shoulder season” fades—the gap between peak winter heating demand and the summer air-conditioning climb—market attention is shifting. Output has eased even as power demand starts to pick up, quickly tightening the day-to-day supply-demand balance.

15 May 2026

Energy·Natural Gas

Natural Gas Price Forecast: Storage Surprise Keeps Henry Hub Near $2.80 Before Summer Demand Test

Natural gas futures in the U.S. wrapped up the week just under $2.80 per million British thermal units. Prices held their ground on a lighter storage build, though a decisive move higher remained elusive with spring demand lagging. As of May 8, Trading Economics showed natural gas at $2.80, marking a monthly gain of roughly 5%, but the contract is still off more than 26% compared to the same period last year. The timing lands in the shoulder season—the lull between heavy winter heating and the onset of summer air-conditioning demand. During this stretch, traders pay close attention to storage levels, export activity, and weather forecasts, since day-to-day demand can shift abruptly.

9 May 2026

Energy Markets·NASDAQ:SNEX·Natural Gas·NYSE:BKR

ARC Resources Stock Jumps as Shell Seals $16.4 Billion Montney Gas Deal

Shell has struck a deal to acquire ARC Resources Ltd. for roughly US$16.4 billion, debt included, a transaction set to boost the British energy giant’s footprint in Canada’s Montney shale. ARC investors are looking at C$8.20 in cash plus 0.40247 Shell shares per ARC share. This deal lands at a critical point for Shell, bolstering its gas and liquids volumes just as majors face nagging questions over reserve depletion. ARC brings roughly 370,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day into the fold—industry shorthand for total oil and gas output. With the transaction, Shell is pushing its production growth target up to 4% through 2030.

27 April 2026

Canadian Economy·Energy Sector·LSE:SHEL·Natural Gas·Stock Market·TSX:ARX

Natural Gas Price Today Slips Near $2.67 as Storage Cushion Blunts LNG Demand Boost

U.S. natural gas slipped in early trading Tuesday, trimming a portion of its gains from the past four sessions. Traders digested cooler weather projections but kept an eye on robust storage levels. Front-month futures hovered near $2.67 per million British thermal units—down from $2.689 at the last close. The price, measured in mmBtu, reflects a standard heat content in the gas market. This shift stands out right now, with the market deep in the spring “shoulder season”—mild temperatures are dampening both heating and cooling demand. Each adjustment to late-April and early-May forecasts is having a bigger impact than usual, yet it hasn’t been sufficient to push prices out of the low-$2 territory.

21 April 2026

Commodities·Energy Markets·Natural Gas

Natural Gas Price Falls, but Europe’s Winter Storage Crunch Keeps Traders on Edge

European natural gas prices slipped on Wednesday, giving back more of this week’s earlier gains as traders digested Brussels’ warning that a prolonged Gulf supply disruption could still trigger new price surges. The benchmark Dutch TTF front-month contract last changed hands near 41.4 euros per megawatt hour, off 4.5% from Tuesday’s settlement and a sharp retreat from Monday’s peak of 51.3 euros. This comes as Europe moves into the crucial summer period for refilling gas stocks ahead of next winter. Most of the bloc’s supply comes from Norway and the U.S.—not the Gulf—but Brussels isn’t feeling comfortable. Officials last month warned governments to kick off injections earlier than usual, after storage levels dropped to around 28% capacity. The EU still faces risk from global price swings.

15 April 2026

Energy Markets·Natural Gas

Natural Gas Price Today: Henry Hub Slides, Europe’s TTF Tumbles as Mild Weather Cuts Demand

Natural gas dropped on Tuesday: U.S. Henry Hub futures landed near $2.61 per mmBtu, according to CME data, while the Dutch TTF in Europe slid 7.55% to 42.91 euros per megawatt hour. Traders kept an eye on LNG flow disruptions from the Middle East, but with mild weather dampening heating needs, prices still moved lower. Why does it matter? Gas remains a key channel for the Middle East conflict to hit power bills, factory expenses and inflation. The U.S. Energy Information Administration pointed to a sharp move: in March, the Henry Hub–Europe’s TTF gap averaged $14.89 per mmBtu—an 83% jump from February. That price spread pushed U.S. LNG exports up to 17.9 billion cubic feet a day, the second-highest monthly tally ever.

14 April 2026

Energy Markets·NASDAQ:CME·Natural Gas

Natural Gas Price Today: Europe’s TTF Holds Near €44 as EU Says Supply Is Safe for Now

European natural gas prices hovered close to 44 euros per megawatt hour on Thursday, sticking near levels seen after the Dutch TTF benchmark—the region’s key gauge—dropped 15% on Wednesday. Brussels downplayed the Iran crisis, saying there’s no immediate threat to supply. The TTF was last seen trading near 44.48 euros per MWh, the typical reference in the market. The drop is significant as Europe heads into the storage refill period—utilities and traders are already sourcing gas for the coming winter. EU countries have to hit 80% storage by November. According to an EU official, it’s better to start injections early and sidestep a late-summer scramble.

9 April 2026

Energy Markets·Natural Gas·NSE:GAIL·NYSE:GS

Natural Gas Price Today Climbs on U.S. Cold Snap, but Storage Could Stop the Rally

Natural gas futures in the U.S. ticked up Monday, with traders factoring in a burst of lingering heating demand. The May Henry Hub contract, now the most active, hovered near $2.82 per million British thermal units—roughly a 0.7% gain based on delayed CME figures. This shift carries weight, with gas remaining a core piece of both the U.S. power grid and its export business. The Energy Information Administration estimates natural gas will account for roughly 40% of domestic electricity generation this year. LNG exports are forecast to average 16.7 billion cubic feet per day—a level that keeps U.S. prices tied closely to swings in weather and global demand.

6 April 2026

Energy Markets·Natural Gas

Natural Gas Price Today: Henry Hub Holds Near $2.80 as Storage Build, Mild Weather Weigh

New York, April 2, 2026, 3:14 PM EDT Natural gas futures in the U.S. stuck close to $2.80 per mmBtu on Thursday at Henry Hub, as prices failed to catch a bid after storage numbers came in just a bit above forecasts—another reminder of slack in the domestic market.

2 April 2026

Energy Markets·NASDAQ:CME·NASDAQ:SNEX·Natural Gas·NYSE:LNG

Natural Gas Price Today: European Gas Slips on Profit-Taking as EU Weighs New Crisis Measures

European natural gas prices dropped early Tuesday, with the Dutch front-month TTF contract—Europe’s flagship wholesale gas price—off 2.5% at 53.55 euros per megawatt hour as of 09:03 GMT. Some traders locked in profits after the recent rally and reacted to flickers of de-escalation in the Middle East. The catalyst: a Wall Street Journal piece saying Donald Trump was open to ending action against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remained mostly shut, though Reuters couldn’t confirm the story. The drop isn’t the real story—it’s about the level. Gas prices in Europe are still sitting more than 70% higher than they were before the war began on Feb. 28, putting Brussels back in crisis mode. The European Commission has told member states to start topping up storage in April, after EU stocks slipped to just 28% last week. “It will not be short,” warned EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen, referring to the disruption.

31 March 2026

Energy Markets·NASDAQ:CME·NASDAQ:SNEX·Natural Gas

Natural Gas Price Today: Europe Gas Holds Near €54 as EU Rushes to Protect Winter Supply

Europe’s benchmark natural gas price stuck close to 54 euros per megawatt hour on Monday, with EU energy ministers scrambling for emergency talks on supply and storage after Middle East tensions drove gas sharply higher. The Dutch TTF hub—Europe’s key benchmark—sits well above where it was in late February, though officials insist short-term flows remain steady. Why does it matter now? Europe’s heading into storage-refill season, but inventories are still running light. Brussels is urging countries to start pumping gas into caverns early after a more than 70% spike in prices since Feb. 28. Reuters, citing last week’s data, put EU storage at just 28% full on average.

30 March 2026

Energy·NASDAQ:CME·Natural Gas·NYSE:SPGI·NYSE:XOM

Natural Gas Price Week Ahead: Can Henry Hub Hold Above $3 as LNG Outages Tighten Global Supply?

NEW YORK, March 29, 2026, 14:12 EDT. Natural gas is catching a lift from overseas developments, with Chevron warning it could take weeks for its Wheatstone LNG plant in Australia to ramp back up to full capacity. U.S. May Henry Hub futures, the primary domestic benchmark, settled at $3.035 per million British thermal units on Friday—up 3.65% and still holding close to that $3 mark.

29 March 2026

ASX:WPL·Energy Markets·NASDAQ:CME·Natural Gas·NYSE:CVX·NYSE:LNG

Natural Gas Price This Week: Henry Hub Up 2% as LNG Shock Keeps Global Market Tight

NEW YORK, March 28, 2026, 2:10 PM U.S. natural gas ticked up this week, with Henry Hub May futures last at $3.035 per million British thermal units—about a 2.1% move up from $2.973 a week ago, according to CME data. But even with the bump, U.S. prices stayed well under global benchmarks across an LNG sector still feeling the squeeze.

28 March 2026

ASX:WDS·Energy Markets·NASDAQ:CME·Natural Gas·NYSE:CVX·NYSE:LNG

Natural Gas Price Today: U.S. Gas Holds Near $3 as Surprise Storage Draw Meets LNG Push

Natural gas futures in the U.S. stuck close to $3 per mmBtu on Friday, with the benchmark Henry Hub contract trading just above $2.90 after the open. A sharper storage draw than analysts had forecast supported prices, keeping the contract more or less anchored at that level. This is notable since U.S. gas prices haven’t kept pace with the global surge. Over in Europe, the Dutch TTF hub saw prices close to $17 per mmBtu this week, while Asia’s JKM sat near $21. That gap keeps the export arbitrage window wide open, even though Henry Hub hangs around $3.

27 March 2026

Energy Markets·LSE:SHEL·NASDAQ:BKR·NASDAQ:CME·Natural Gas·NYSE:LNG·US Economy

Natural Gas Prices Surge as Europe Rushes to Refill Storage, LNG Stocks Rally

On Thursday, the European Commission called on EU countries to get an early jump on refilling gas storage, ideally starting in April. Officials said supplies aren’t at risk right now, but cautioned that waiting too long could trigger a rush for fuel—especially after European gas prices have surged over 70% since Feb. 28. It’s significant: Europe kicked off the refill season with storage levels at just 28%—well below normal for late March. The Netherlands stood lower still, scraping 6%. Under EU rules, storage is supposed to hit 90% before winter sets in, but there’s some wiggle room; governments can opt for 80% if needed.

26 March 2026

ASX:WDS·Commodities·Energy Markets·Natural Gas·NYSE:LNG

Natural Gas Price Today: Europe Gas Falls, but Qatar Shock Keeps Market Tight

European natural gas prices slipped Tuesday, though they’re still sharply higher than a month back. Dutch TTF hovered between 53 and 54 euros per megawatt hour, easing off after briefly clearing 60 euros on Monday. QatarEnergy, meanwhile, declared force majeure on certain long-term LNG deals, citing disruptions it says are out of its hands. This is coming into sharp focus with European storage sitting at 28.5%. Shell’s Wael Sawan warned the region could face shortages “by next month.” Data out Tuesday highlighted a key difference: gas, compared to oil, offers fewer rerouting possibilities and limited storage, raising the risk that supply disruptions hit harder.

24 March 2026

Energy·Natural Gas·NYSE:LNG·NYSE:SHEL

Natural Gas Price Today: Europe Gas Whipsaws, Cheniere Stock Gains as Qatar Shock Lingers

European natural gas prices swung sharply on Monday, eventually settling about 5% lower. Dutch TTF, the region’s key wholesale contract, hovered near 56 euros per megawatt hour after hints of easing tensions between Washington and Tehran took some heat out of the latest spike. Even with the pullback, prices have surged approximately 84% in the last month. That’s key as Europe heads into spring, the period when governments and utilities ramp up gas purchases to stockpile for winter. On Monday, the European Commission said supplies across the bloc are safe for now but urged member states to kick off injections sooner and tap storage flexibilities to keep prices in check and prevent a late-summer scramble.

23 March 2026

Commodities·Energy Markets·Natural Gas·NYSE:CVX·NYSE:LNG·Stock Market

Natural Gas Price Forecast Week Ahead: Henry Hub Near $3.10 as Gulf Threats Clash With Warm U.S. Weather

NEW YORK, March 22, 2026, 2:24 PM EDT U.S. natural gas opens the week trading close to $3.10 per mmBtu, following Friday's settlement for the front-month April Henry Hub contract at $3.095. The main issue up ahead: will renewed U.S.-Iran tensions targeting Gulf energy sites send gas prices higher along with the broader energy sector as trading kicks back in?

22 March 2026

Energy Markets·Natural Gas·Price Forecast

Natural Gas 22 March 2026 - 23 June 2026