Actual
3.2013
Daily Change
0.03 1.05%
Monthly
12.96%
Yearly
3.07%
Q4 Forecast
3.3906
Natural gas - Summary

Natural gas futures fell below $3.13 per MMBtu, halting four consecutive sessions of gains as higher domestic storage momentarily offset the outlook for stronger heating demand and persistent supply tightness elsewhere. Data from the EIA showed US energy companies added 85 billion cubic feet to storage in the week ending October 2, exceeding expectations of 79 bcf and rivaling peak injections seen in June. On top of that, domestic supply availability could increase as Gulf hurricanes threaten to disrupt operations at major LNG export terminals. This stalled the steady rally in natural gas futures seen earlier this month, when forecasts of colder weather prompted utilities to position for early-season heating demand. Meanwhile, overseas demand for US LNG remained elevated across Europe and Asia as strikes against commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz clouded the export outlook for top producer Qatar.

Natural gas - Stats

Natural gas rose to 3.20 USD/MMBtu on October 9, 2026, up 1.05% from the previous day. Over the past month, Natural gas's price has risen 12.96%, and is up 3.07% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Historically, Natural gas reached an all time high of 15.78 in December of 2005. Natural gas - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on October 11 of 2026.

Natural gas - Forecast

Natural gas rose to 3.20 USD/MMBtu on October 9, 2026, up 1.05% from the previous day. Over the past month, Natural gas's price has risen 12.96%, and is up 3.07% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Natural gas is expected to trade at 3.39 USD/MMBtu by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 4.12 in 12 months time.



Price Day Month Year Date
Crude Oil 91.66 0.170 0.19% -10.56% 55.62% Oct/09
Brent 104.43 0.150 0.14% -2.97% 66.48% Oct/09
Natural gas 3.20 0.0333 1.05% 12.96% 3.07% Oct/09
Gasoline 3.27 -0.0412 -1.24% -3.49% 81.13% Oct/09
Heating Oil 4.68 -0.2001 -4.10% -7.41% 112.43% Oct/09
Coal 148.85 -0.60 -0.40% 0.57% 42.37% Oct/09
EU Gas 80.25 1.40 1.78% -2.19% 149.46% Oct/09
UK Gas 199.64 3.9700 2.03% -2.65% 142.78% Oct/09
Ethanol 2.01 -0.0325 -1.59% -2.07% 13.70% Oct/09
Naphtha 870.70 36.41 4.36% 5.46% 60.96% Oct/08
Propane 1.01 0.02 1.86% 17.19% 54.86% Oct/09
Uranium 90.00 0.1500 0.17% -0.22% 14.07% Oct/09
Methanol 4,345.00 243.00 5.92% 12.22% 96.61% Oct/09



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
United States API Crude Oil Stock Change -2.09 1.02 BBL/1Million Oct 2026
United States Crude Oil Stocks Change -3.19 0.92 BBL/1Million Oct 2026
United States Gasoline Stocks Change 382.00 -1684.00 Thousand Barrels Oct 2026
United States Natural Gas Stocks Change 85.00 64.00 billion cubic feet Oct 2026

Natural gas
Natural gas is a key global energy commodity and a major component of electricity generation, heating, and industrial activity. Its prices are closely monitored due to their impact on energy costs, economic activity, and seasonal demand patterns. Natural gas futures in the United States are based on delivery at the Henry Hub in Louisiana, a central distribution point connected to an extensive network of interstate and intrastate pipelines supplying gas from major producing regions. Each contract is traded in units of 10,000 million British thermal units (mmBtu). Natural gas accounts for a significant share of U.S. energy consumption, with the United States being the world’s largest producer, followed by Russia. In recent years, the U.S. has also become the leading exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), supported by strong global demand and shifting supply dynamics. Natural gas prices displayed on Trading Economics are based on over-the-counter (OTC) and contract for difference (CFD) financial instruments and are intended to provide a general market reference only. These prices do not represent official benchmark prices. The data is supplied by a third party and, while efforts are made to ensure its reliability, Trading Economics does not verify the data and makes no representations or warranties.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
3.20 3.17 15.78 -1.00 1990 - 2026 USD/MMBtu Daily

News Stream
Natural Gas Halts Rebound Momentum
Natural gas futures fell below $3.13 per MMBtu, halting four consecutive sessions of gains as higher domestic storage momentarily offset the outlook for stronger heating demand and persistent supply tightness elsewhere. Data from the EIA showed US energy companies added 85 billion cubic feet to storage in the week ending October 2, exceeding expectations of 79 bcf and rivaling peak injections seen in June. On top of that, domestic supply availability could increase as Gulf hurricanes threaten to disrupt operations at major LNG export terminals. This stalled the steady rally in natural gas futures seen earlier this month, when forecasts of colder weather prompted utilities to position for early-season heating demand. Meanwhile, overseas demand for US LNG remained elevated across Europe and Asia as strikes against commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz clouded the export outlook for top producer Qatar.
2026-10-08
US Natural Gas Prices Hit 2-Week High
US natural gas prices rose to $3.26/MMBtu on Thursday, rising for the fifth session to a two-week high, supported by lower production and concerns over storm-related supply disruptions in the Gulf of Mexico. Lower 48 production averaged 111.5 bcfd so far in October, down from record highs of 113.3 bcfd in both August and September, partly due to recent force majeure events and other pipeline disruptions in Kentucky, Texas and West Virginia. Traders are monitoring Tropical Storm Isaias, which is expected to reach the Gulf Coast as a hurricane on Friday. While storms can disrupt Gulf Coast gas production and lift prices, they can also weigh on demand if LNG export facilities shut down or power outages reduce gas consumption. Meanwhile, daily feedgas flows rose as Freeport LNG increased gas intake following the return of a liquefaction train from maintenance. Expectations for a smaller-than-usual build in weekly gas storage, with the data due later in the day, also provided support.
2026-10-08
Natural gas is up by 5%
Natural gas increased 5% to 3.2697 USD/MMBtu
2026-10-07