Actual
3.0532
Daily Change
0.02 0.60%
Monthly
4.71%
Yearly
-9.05%
Q4 Forecast
3.2292
Natural gas - Summary

US natural gas prices hovered around $3.03 per MMBtu on Monday, holding recent gains amid expectations of cooler weather later this month that could lift heating demand. Forecasts turned cooler across the northern and western US for October 12-15, potentially increasing gas consumption. Robust LNG demand also continued to support the market, with feedgas flows to the nine major US export plants averaging 17.9 bcfd in September, up from 17.2 bcfd in August. At the same time, demand for US LNG from European and Asian buyers continued to rise as they sought to replenish storage ahead of winter. Meanwhile, the latest EIA report showed a 64 bcf storage build for the week ended September 25, below the five-year average increase of 80 bcf, indicating that the inventory surplus is gradually narrowing. Partly offsetting these factors, Lower 48 production remained solid, averaging a record 113.3 bcfd in September and matching the monthly record high set in August.

Natural gas - Stats

Natural gas rose to 3.06 USD/MMBtu on October 5, 2026, up 0.97% from the previous day. Over the past month, Natural gas's price has risen 5.09%, but it is still 8.72% lower than a year ago, 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 5 of 2026.

Natural gas - Forecast

Natural gas rose to 3.06 USD/MMBtu on October 5, 2026, up 0.97% from the previous day. Over the past month, Natural gas's price has risen 5.09%, but it is still 8.72% lower than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Natural gas is expected to trade at 3.23 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 3.90 in 12 months time.



Price Day Month Year Date
Crude Oil 90.17 -0.936 -1.03% -3.07% 46.17% Oct/05
Brent 102.41 0.160 0.16% 5.40% 56.42% Oct/05
Natural gas 3.05 0.0182 0.60% 4.71% -9.05% Oct/05
Gasoline 3.28 -0.0320 -0.97% 0.86% 72.91% Oct/05
Heating Oil 4.59 0.0924 2.05% 0.56% 104.67% Oct/05
Coal 148.95 -0.35 -0.23% 1.33% 41.86% Oct/02
EU Gas 73.62 -1.14 -1.52% 0.43% 122.32% Oct/05
UK Gas 183.80 -4.3000 -2.29% 0.13% 115.80% Oct/05
Ethanol 2.02 0 0% -3.69% 6.32% Oct/02
Naphtha 825.53 -3.38 -0.41% 5.43% 54.14% Oct/02
Propane 0.91 0.01 1.15% 13.70% 33.08% Oct/02
Uranium 89.95 0.5000 0.56% 0.50% 11.05% Oct/02
Methanol 3,850.00 152.00 4.11% 23.64% 76.04% Sep/30



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
United States API Crude Oil Stock Change 1.02 1.79 BBL/1Million Sep 2026
United States Crude Oil Stocks Change 0.92 2.97 BBL/1Million Sep 2026
United States Gasoline Stocks Change -1684.00 -1686.00 Thousand Barrels Sep 2026
United States Natural Gas Stocks Change 64.00 53.00 billion cubic feet Sep 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
3.06 3.04 15.78 -1.00 1990 - 2026 USD/MMBtu Daily

News Stream
US Natural Gas Prices Hold Gains
US natural gas prices hovered around $3.03 per MMBtu on Monday, holding recent gains amid expectations of cooler weather later this month that could lift heating demand. Forecasts turned cooler across the northern and western US for October 12-15, potentially increasing gas consumption. Robust LNG demand also continued to support the market, with feedgas flows to the nine major US export plants averaging 17.9 bcfd in September, up from 17.2 bcfd in August. At the same time, demand for US LNG from European and Asian buyers continued to rise as they sought to replenish storage ahead of winter. Meanwhile, the latest EIA report showed a 64 bcf storage build for the week ended September 25, below the five-year average increase of 80 bcf, indicating that the inventory surplus is gradually narrowing. Partly offsetting these factors, Lower 48 production remained solid, averaging a record 113.3 bcfd in September and matching the monthly record high set in August.
2026-10-05
US Natgas Prices Hover at $3
US natural gas prices hovered around $3.0 per MMBtu on Friday, and fell more than 6% this week, as traders anticipated stronger production and relatively mild weather that could limit demand for both heating and cooling. The EIA reported a 64 bcf increase in gas storage for the week through September 25, matching forecasts but remaining below the five-year average build of 80 bcf. Production in the Lower 48 averaged a record 113.3 bcfd in September, although output dropped to about 110.7 bcfd over the past week following a temporary disruption on TC Energy’s Columbia Gas Transmission system. The force majeure, which affected roughly 1.4–1.8 bcfd of flows, was lifted after repairs on September 27. Looking ahead, forecasts call for mostly normal temperatures through October 16. Meanwhile, LNG feedgas demand strengthened, averaging 17.9 bcfd in September versus 17.2 bcfd in August.
2026-10-01
US Natgas Prices Decline
US natural gas prices fell below $3.0 per MMBtu on the first day of October, the lowest level in over a week, amid the prospect of limited heating and cooling demand. Forecasts indicated that average weather across the country will remain mostly near normal through October 15, reducing the potential for a significant increase in gas-fired power consumption. Additionally, TC Energy lifted its force majeure on the Columbia Gas Transmission Mountaineer Xpress pipeline on Sunday after finishing emergency repairs, enabling production to rise in the coming days. Meanwhile, traders are awaiting the weekly storage report later today, with analysts expecting inventories to have fallen to 2.4% above normal in the week through September 25, from 2.9% in the previous week. Meanwhile, flows to nine major US export plants averaged 17.9 bcfd in September, up from 17.2 bcfd in August. US natural gas prices rose 3.1% in September but were down 7.6% over the third quarter.
2026-10-01