Natural gas storage surpasses forecasts, indicating weaker demand

Published 31/07/2025, 15:34
Natural gas storage surpasses forecasts, indicating weaker demand

The Energy Information Administration (EIA) has released its Natural Gas Storage report, revealing a significant increase in the number of cubic feet of natural gas held in underground storage during the past week. The actual figure came in at 48 billion cubic feet (B), which is considerably higher than the anticipated forecast.

The forecast for the week had been set at a more modest 37B, indicating that the actual amount of natural gas stored was a substantial 11B more than expected. This suggests that demand for natural gas may be weaker than initially predicted.

In comparison to the previous week’s figures, the current report also shows a marked increase. The previous week’s natural gas storage was reported at 23B, meaning that there has been an increase of 25B in just one week. This significant jump in stored natural gas further underscores the possibility of a softening demand for this energy source.

While the Natural Gas Storage report is a U.S. indicator, it tends to have a greater impact on the Canadian dollar due to Canada’s sizable energy sector. As such, these figures could potentially influence the value of the Canadian currency.

The implications of this report for natural gas prices are bearish. An increase in natural gas inventories that exceed expectations typically indicates weaker demand, which can lead to a drop in natural gas prices.

However, it’s important to note that these figures are not set in stone and can fluctuate based on a variety of factors, including weather conditions, economic activity, and changes in the energy market. As such, while the current report suggests a potential weakening in demand, future reports could paint a different picture.

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