
Natural gas prices retreat from winter highs as demand eases
Henry Hub natural gas has fallen nearly 30% from December peaks to $3.10/MMBtu as milder weather reduces heating demand across much of the United States.

Henry Hub natural gas has fallen nearly 30% from December peaks to $3.10/MMBtu as milder weather reduces heating demand across much of the United States.

Halliburton, Baker Hughes, and Schlumberger report Q4 results next week with analysts expecting sharp earnings declines amid weaker US drilling activity.

Eight key OPEC+ producers will meet February 1 to assess market conditions, with production targets unchanged through Q1 as the group battles oversupply concerns.

WTI crude fell nearly 3% to $59.36 per barrel on Wednesday, breaking below the key $60 level as easing geopolitical tensions and oversupply fears pressure prices.

Canada's Trans Mountain expansion has reshaped global crude flows, with China now receiving 32% of pipeline exports and total shipments to British Columbia up more than sixfold.

The United States will add nearly 14 Bcf/d of new liquefaction capacity between 2025 and 2029, cementing its position as the world largest LNG exporter.

Crude benchmarks gain with Brent above $64 and WTI near $60 as the Trump administration signals stricter enforcement of Iran sanctions.

President Trump's goal of $50 per barrel oil could cripple US shale production, as Permian Basin breakeven costs hover between $62 and $64 according to Dallas Fed data.

Brent crude holds above $62 per barrel as nationwide unrest in Iran enters its third week, with workers at South Pars joining strikes amid a violent crackdown.