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U.S. Natural Gas Futures Surge Amid Cold Weather Forecasts

12/24/2025

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U.S. natural gas futures rose 4.2% to $4.131/mmBtu amid volatile holiday trading.
Cold weather forecasts for the eastern seaboard contributed to this increase.
Gary Cunningham of Tradition Energy said thin liquidity is causing significant price movements on minimal news.
Record gas consumption by LNG export terminals shows domestic weather is not the sole demand driver.
Production outlooks for early 2026 are expected to remain stable, with Permian output possibly increasing due to new capacity and Gulf Coast demand.

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U.S. natural gas futures rose 4.2% to $4.131/mmBtu amid volatile holiday trading.
Cold weather forecasts for the eastern seaboard contributed to this increase.
Gary Cunningham of Tradition Energy said thin liquidity is causing significant price movements on minimal news.
Record gas consumption by LNG export terminals shows domestic weather is not the sole demand driver.
Production outlooks for early 2026 are expected to remain stable, with Permian output possibly increasing due to new capacity and Gulf Coast demand.