Natural Gas Prices Index: Trend, Chart, News, Graph, Demand, Forecast
During the first quarter of 2025 and into mid-April, natural gas prices in the United States displayed a volatile trajectory shaped by varying weather conditions, dynamic supply fundamentals, and shifting demand across residential, industrial, and export sectors. January commenced with a price decline as unseasonably warm temperatures across much of the country curbed heating needs, particularly in the Midwest and Northeast. However, a series of short-lived cold snaps briefly boosted residential consumption, leading to temporary price rebounds that were quickly neutralized as milder conditions resumed. The intermittent nature of winter storms during the month prevented any sustained upward price momentum. In February, prices experienced moderate recoveries as colder spells returned, increasing residential and commercial heating demand. Additionally, freeze-offs in key production basins, particularly in the Appalachian and Permian regions, temporarily limited output, furthe...