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Natural Gas Prices Dip Amid Iran Conflict, Rig Count Falls

4/17/2026

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Natural gas price forecasts have fallen due to the Iran conflict, impacting U.S. supply.
The U.S. rig count declined to 518, with changes in the Permian and Uinta basins.
Analysts expect a 56 Bcf injection for the week ending April 10, above the 5-year average for a third week.
LNG export demand may support prices despite soft prompt-month futures, as utilities prepare for summer demand.

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Natural gas price forecasts have fallen due to the Iran conflict, impacting U.S. supply.
The U.S. rig count declined to 518, with changes in the Permian and Uinta basins.
Analysts expect a 56 Bcf injection for the week ending April 10, above the 5-year average for a third week.
LNG export demand may support prices despite soft prompt-month futures, as utilities prepare for summer demand.