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Netherlands ready to meet EU gas storage targets by November

The Dutch government is confident that the country will reach its gas storage targets before the upcoming heating season, aiming to ease market concerns on the matter. According to the Ministry of Climate Policy and Green Growth, current fuel reserve volumes meet the EU threshold levels for July.

23 July
Kpler expects slowdown in April LNG imports to Asia and EU

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports to Asia are expected to remain low in April. Meanwhile, signs of seasonal demand weakness have started to emerge in Europe as winter peak consumption passed.

29 April
Kpler expects slowdown in April LNG imports to Asia and EU
Woodside Energy greenlights construction of Louisiana's largest LNG plant

Australia's Woodside Energy has officially approved the construction of a $17.5 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility in Louisiana. The facility is likely to be completed by 2029, with an annual production capacity of over 24 million tons of LNG.

29 April
Woodside Energy greenlights construction of Louisiana's largest LNG plant
US LNG exporters may struggle to meet rising demand driven by AI development — Reuters

US exporters of liquefied natural gas could face challenges due to surging electricity demand fueled by advancements in AI. According to Reuters, US LNG facilities may struggle to handle such an increase in demand, which could disrupt their operations and lead to higher natural gas prices.

29 April
US LNG exporters may struggle to meet rising demand driven by AI development — Reuters
China ramps up LNG re-export amid failing domestic demand

According to ship tracking data provided by Bloomberg, the volume of liquefied natural gas (LNG) re-export back from China exceeded 280,000 tons in April.

28 April
China ramps up LNG re-export amid failing domestic demand
European Commissioner for Energy stated region's dependence on gas supplies from Russia

As it was stated by Dan Jorgensen, European Commissioner for Energy, the member countries of the EU are still dependent on Russian gas. The official made the statement in a conversation with the Table.Media journalists.

28 April
European Commissioner for Energy stated region's dependence on gas supplies from Russia
United States. CFTC Natural Gas speculative net positions. The value of the indicator has increased from -117.1K to -104.1K

An increase of the indicator value may contribute to the rise in quotes of NG.

25 April
United States. U.S. Baker Hughes Total Rig Count. The value of the indicator has increased from 585 to 587

An increase of the indicator value may contribute to the fall in quotes of NG, WTI, Brent.

25 April
US to hold summit on Alaskan gas project involving Japan and South Korea

According to information reported by Reuters, the US Energy Security Council is planning to hold a summit in Alaska at the beginning of June. As the US administration expects, by that time Japan and South Korea will announce their commitments to an LNG project in the northern state.

25 April
US to hold summit on Alaskan gas project involving Japan and South Korea
United States. Natural Gas Storage. The value of the indicator has increased from 16B to 88B

An increase of the indicator value may contribute to the fall in quotes of NG.

24 April
Japan's energy security at risk due to potential decline in LNG supply from Australia after election

Upcoming elections in Australia have raised concerns in Japan about possible changes in the countries' trade relations, particularly regarding the supply of LNG. Asian companies fear losing a key exporter amid fuel shortages and soaring electricity prices, according to Reuters.

24 April
Japan's energy security at risk due to potential decline in LNG supply from Australia after election

Natural gas is not just a fuel for cooking and heating. It is also a key element on the global economic stage. This page provides information on the latest market events and trends, allowing you to assess their impact on natural gas prices.

Natural gas market news is more than just information for experts. The news are important signals about the future of the energy sector and economy. Understanding these trends helps us to be both informed consumers and prudent investors.

Natural gas price: what influences it?

  • Supply and demand. As in everything, the law of supply and demand also applies here. When demand for gas outweighs supply, prices may rise. Otherwise, they can fall.
  • Weather and season. In winter, more gas is used for heating, so the prices often rise. Meanwhile, in the warmer seasons, demand is lower, and the prices may drop too.
  • Environmental requirements. More and more countries are transitioning to clean energy sources, which may affect natural gas demand.
  • Gas as a transition fuel. Gas can be used as a source for a smoother transition to alternative energy sources such as solar and wind power.
  • Geopolitical tensions. Friction between countries may impact gas supplies and its prices.
  • Market news. Natural gas news is also actively discussed among investors and may influence their decisions.

What countries are in the lead?

  • Russia. One of the main natural gas suppliers. News about Russian gas can have a strong impact on the global market.
  • The United States has become one of the largest producers of natural gas after the 'shale revolution' reshaped the country's oil and gas production.

Why follow the latest gas news?

  • For consumers: natural gas news can affect budgets, as gas prices influence the cost of heating and electricity.
  • For investors: monitoring gas news is important for making informed decisions in the energy market.