James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 28 April 2025

European energy markets continued their downward trend last week, with gas and power prices softening due to mild weather, high LNG arrivals, and the potential for progress in Russia-Ukraine peace talks.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 25 April 2025

Energy markets across Europe and the UK continued to weaken, with both gas and power prices trending lower. This movement has been driven by mild weather in Northwest Europe, ongoing regulatory discussions, and subdued demand for liquefied natural gas in Asia.

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Energy Market Update - 24 April 2025

European energy markets softened again yesterday, with both gas and power contracts moving lower amid forecasts for milder weather and robust LNG supply, as fundamentals outweighed macroeconomic and geopolitical concerns.

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Energy Market Update - 23 April 2025

European energy markets softened yesterday as expectations of warmer weather and shifting LNG supply helped drive gas and power contracts lower. Ongoing Norwegian flows, reduced US LNG arrivals, and macroeconomic concerns all weighed on sentiment, with storage inventories still well below 2024 levels and prompting continued market caution.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 22 April 2025

Energy markets remained largely steady on Monday, with minimal price changes across gas and power markets as the Easter holiday limited trading activity. Weaker Norwegian flows and low wind output supported prices slightly, while broader economic uncertainty and ongoing geopolitical developments continued to influence sentiment.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 17 April 2025

Energy prices continued to rise on Wednesday as traders reacted to EU storage concerns and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. Gas and power markets posted gains despite mixed demand signals and improving renewable output.

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Energy Market Update - 16 April 2025

Energy prices declined yesterday across gas and power markets as mild weather and strong supply conditions persisted across Europe. Geopolitical discussions surrounding Ukraine and increased LNG activity also influenced sentiment.

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Energy Market Update - 15 April 2025

Energy markets opened the week with modest gains, supported by improved sentiment around trade policy and indications of progress in behind-the-scenes peace talks involving Russian gas supply.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 14 April 2025

Energy prices firmed slightly across gas and power markets, supported by financial market recovery and supply risks, while ongoing geopolitical tensions and tariff developments continued to weigh on broader sentiment.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 11 April 2025

Energy markets were largely subdued with minor declines in gas and power contracts across the curve. Improved Norwegian flows, rising wind forecasts, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties contributed to the cautious tone.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 10 April 2025

Energy prices opened higher this morning following a sharp rebound from yesterday’s close, driven by the US government’s decision to pause new global tariffs for 90 days, except for those on China. Market sentiment improved across the board, while European storage policies and Chinese LNG re-exports influenced supply outlooks.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 09 April 2025

Energy markets moved lower again on Wednesday, with natural gas and power contracts dropping amid intensified trade tensions and rising US export expectations. The renewed tariff dispute between the US and China, combined with expectations of redirected LNG supplies to Europe, weighed heavily on sentiment.

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Energy Market Update - 08 April 2025

Energy markets moved higher by session end despite a weak open, driven by shifting sentiment around global trade tensions and expectations of a softer stance from several countries in response to US tariff threats.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 07 April 2025

Energy prices dropped sharply to multi-month lows as the fallout from US tariffs continued to ripple through global markets. Softer demand outlooks and a bearish wider macroeconomic environment dominated sentiment.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 04 April 2025

Energy markets dropped sharply on Thursday as global traders responded to the economic impact of new US tariffs and an unexpected OPEC+ output increase. The downturn was compounded by potential changes in EU gas storage policy and ongoing Norwegian supply constraints.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 03 April 2025

Energy markets moved lower across the board yesterday as President Trump’s newly announced global trade tariffs created broader economic uncertainty. Key gas and power contracts eased, driven by bearish sentiment and stable supply fundamentals.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 02 April 2025

Gas and power markets rose sharply on Tuesday, driven by renewed geopolitical tensions and concerns about EU gas storage levels. Despite stronger Norwegian supply outlooks, market sentiment remained bullish.

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James Smith James Smith

Energy Market Update - 01 April 2025

Energy prices held steady yesterday with minor gains in natural gas and power, supported by colder weather forecasts, upcoming Norwegian maintenance, and stable LNG arrivals. Ongoing geopolitical tensions and evolving EU storage policy discussions added further complexity to market sentiment.

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Energy Market Update - 31 March 2025

Energy markets opened the week with modest gains, driven by geopolitical uncertainty and colder weather forecasts. European gas and power prices edged higher, while oil and carbon markets remained relatively stable.

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Energy Market Update - 28 March 2025

Energy markets saw relatively muted activity yesterday as traders assessed conflicting geopolitical signals. European natural gas prices posted small gains, while UK power prices exhibited minor movements. Oil and carbon markets remained steady.

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