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Natural Gas Nov '18 (NGX18)

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Natural Gas Futures Market News and Commentary

Forecasts for Hot US Temps Boost Nat-Gas Prices

June Nymex natural gas (NGM26) on Thursday closed up +0.014 (+0.47%).

Nat-gas prices on Thursday settled higher, despite a bearish EIA inventory report, as forecasts for hot US weather are expected to boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power increased air conditioning use.  The Commodity Weather Group said Thursday that above-average temperatures are expected across the West and Upper Midwest from May 31-June 4.    

Nat-gas prices moved higher on Thursday despite a bearish EIA inventory report that showed nat-gas inventories rose +101 bcf in the week ended May 15, above expectations of +98 bcf and the five-year average of +92 bcf.  

The outlook for the Strait of Hormuz to remain closed for the foreseeable future is supportive for nat-gas as the closure will curb Middle Eastern nat-gas supplies, potentially boosting US nat-gas exports to make up for the shortfall.  

Projections for higher US nat-gas production are negative for prices.  Last Tue... Read more

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Crude Oil Prices Tumble on Hopes for Iran Peace Progress

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Thursday closed down -1.91 (-1.94%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed down -0.1073 (-3.17%). Crude oil and gasoline...

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Forecasts for Hot US Temps Boost Nat-Gas Prices

June Nymex natural gas (NGM26 ) on Thursday closed up +0.014 (+0.47%). Nat-gas prices on Thursday settled higher, despite a bearish EIA inventory report,...

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Crude Oil: WTI Tests 50-Day Moving Average Support

Technical chart analysis shows WTI crude hitting 50-day MA support again. See why a third test could signal a breakdown affecting Canadian ag economics....

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MoneyMasters Podcast: US-China Insights & the NEW Balanced Portfolio

Experts Gordon Chang and Jonathan Hoenig join the show to provide actionable guidance on navigating record-high tech stocks, rising Treasury yields, and...

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Crude Oil Prices Jump on Doubts the Strait of Hormuz Will Reopen

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is up +3.14 (+3.20%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is up +0.0321 (+0.95%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are moving...

Astera Labs Just Got a Boost From Evercore ISI. What to Know.

Astera Labs stock gains as Evercore ISI raised price target to a Street-high of $297. Here’s why the investment firm is constructive on ALAB shares for...

SoftBank Dumps Uber Stock, But Uber’s Growth Is Accelerating

Uber’s latest institutional selling headline looks dramatic, but the company’s Q1 results suggest the underlying business remains strong.

Dollar Supported by Middle East Uncertainty

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 6-week high on Thursday and finished up by +0.13%. Doubts over a US-Iran peace deal that would reopen the Strait...

Why Wall Street Thinks Amazon Stock Can Rally 40% to $370

Amazon appears well-positioned to sustain its growth trajectory despite ongoing concerns around elevated AI and infrastructure spending.

Crude Oil Prices Tumble on Hopes for Iran Peace Progress

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Thursday closed down -1.91 (-1.94%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed down -0.1073 (-3.17%). Crude oil and gasoline...

Forecasts for Hot US Temps Boost Nat-Gas Prices

June Nymex natural gas (NGM26 ) on Thursday closed up +0.014 (+0.47%). Nat-gas prices on Thursday settled higher, despite a bearish EIA inventory report,...

Tesla Stock Continues to Be Dramatically Overvalued Amid Company Struggles

A new fee on EVs is being considered by the U.S. House of Representatives, which could add slightly to the firm's woes.

How High Can Gasoline Rise During the 2026 Driving Season?

Gasoline prices tend to rise during the peak driving season, during spring and summer, when drivers put more miles on their cars. Meanwhile, hostilities...

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