US Natgas Prices Hold at 17-Month Low
2026-04-10 01:06
By
Judith Sib-at
1 min. read
US natural gas futures held steady at $2.67 per MMBtu on Friday, the lowest level since November 2024, pressured by a larger-than-expected storage build last week and mild weather forecasts.
The EIA reported a 50 Bcf injection into storage for the week ended April 3, above market expectations of a 46 Bcf build.
The increase compares with a 53 Bcf injection in the same week last year and a five-year average build of 13 Bcf.
Also, forecasts point to above-normal temperatures through at least April 24, keeping gas demand subdued over the next two weeks.
On the geopolitical front, markets are monitoring weekend negotiations in Islamabad, where a US delegation led by Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to meet Iranian officials.
The talks come after Israeli strikes in Lebanon put at risk a fragile ceasefire reached earlier this week.
Despite the uncertainty, US gas prices remain insulated due to strong domestic production, with export facilities already operating near their limits.