US natural gas futures fell to around $2.82 per MMBtu as expectations for weaker demand, elevated storage levels, and lower LNG feedgas flows weighed on prices. Mild spring weather earlier in the season allowed utilities to inject more gas into storage than usual, leaving inventories about 7% above seasonal norms as of early May. Weather forecasts suggest mostly near average conditions through late May, limiting near term demand upside. LNG exports also softened, with flows to major US export terminals averaging 17.1 bcfd so far in May, down from April’s record 18.8 bcfd due to seasonal maintenance. Domestic production has also eased slightly, with Lower 48 output slipping to about 109.3 bcfd from April levels, as low spot prices prompted some producers, including EQT, to curb output.

Natural gas fell to 2.84 USD/MMBtu on May 13, 2026, down 0.06% from the previous day. Over the past month, Natural gas's price has risen 9.32%, but it is still 18.63% lower than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Historically, Natural gas reached an all time high of 15.78 in December of 2005. Natural gas - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on May 13 of 2026.

Natural gas fell to 2.84 USD/MMBtu on May 13, 2026, down 0.06% from the previous day. Over the past month, Natural gas's price has risen 9.32%, but it is still 18.63% lower than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Natural gas is expected to trade at 2.86 USD/MMBtu by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 3.58 in 12 months time.



Price Day Month Year Date
Crude Oil 101.21 -0.970 -0.95% 10.88% 60.27% May/13
Brent 106.79 -0.978 -0.91% 12.66% 61.59% May/13
Natural gas 2.84 -0.0065 -0.23% 9.14% -18.77% May/13
Gasoline 3.67 -0.0322 -0.87% 20.60% 71.25% May/13
Heating Oil 4.12 -0.0393 -0.94% 13.66% 89.85% May/13
Coal 132.50 1.65 1.26% -2.18% 32.63% May/12
TTF Gas 46.49 -0.19 -0.41% 8.25% 33.73% May/13
UK Gas 114.13 -0.6733 -0.59% 4.94% 37.75% May/13
Ethanol 1.97 0.0350 1.81% 1.42% 15.25% May/12
Naphtha 898.84 25.61 2.93% -3.58% 60.82% May/12
Propane 0.89 0.02 2.05% 13.77% 17.53% May/12
Uranium 86.30 0.1500 0.17% 1.05% 20.53% May/12
Methanol 3,099.00 -6.00 -0.19% -2.39% 30.21% May/12



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
United States API Crude Oil Stock Change -2.19 -8.10 BBL/1Million May 2026
United States Crude Oil Stocks Change -2.31 -6.23 BBL/1Million May 2026
United States Gasoline Stocks Change -2504.00 -6075.00 Thousand Barrels May 2026
United States Natural Gas Stocks Change 63.00 79.00 billion cubic feet May 2026

Natural gas
Natural gas is a key global energy commodity and a major component of electricity generation, heating, and industrial activity. Its prices are closely monitored due to their impact on energy costs, economic activity, and seasonal demand patterns. Natural gas futures in the United States are based on delivery at the Henry Hub in Louisiana, a central distribution point connected to an extensive network of interstate and intrastate pipelines supplying gas from major producing regions. Each contract is traded in units of 10,000 million British thermal units (mmBtu). Natural gas accounts for a significant share of U.S. energy consumption, with the United States being the world’s largest producer, followed by Russia. In recent years, the U.S. has also become the leading exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), supported by strong global demand and shifting supply dynamics. Natural gas prices displayed on Trading Economics are based on over-the-counter (OTC) and contract for difference (CFD) financial instruments and are intended to provide a general market reference only. These prices do not represent official benchmark prices. The data is supplied by a third party and, while efforts are made to ensure its reliability, Trading Economics does not verify the data and makes no representations or warranties.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
2.84 2.84 15.78 -1.00 1990 - 2026 USD/MMBtu Daily

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US Natgas Prices Fall
US natural gas futures fell to around $2.82 per MMBtu as expectations for weaker demand, elevated storage levels, and lower LNG feedgas flows weighed on prices. Mild spring weather earlier in the season allowed utilities to inject more gas into storage than usual, leaving inventories about 7% above seasonal norms as of early May. Weather forecasts suggest mostly near average conditions through late May, limiting near term demand upside. LNG exports also softened, with flows to major US export terminals averaging 17.1 bcfd so far in May, down from April’s record 18.8 bcfd due to seasonal maintenance. Domestic production has also eased slightly, with Lower 48 output slipping to about 109.3 bcfd from April levels, as low spot prices prompted some producers, including EQT, to curb output.
2026-05-12
US Natgas Prices Hit Over 6-Week High
US natural gas futures climbed to $2.92 per MMBtu, the highest level in more than six weeks, supported by declining production and the restart of a liquefaction train at Freeport LNG’s export facility. Output across the Lower 48 states has trended lower in recent weeks as major producers, including EQT, scaled back activity due to low spot prices. Additionally, a liquefaction train at Freeport LNG export terminal in Texas has reportedly resumed operations following a brief shutdown caused by a compressor issue. Analysts noted that LNG exports continue to provide strong support to prices, although flows to certain terminals have eased from record levels amid seasonal maintenance. Meanwhile, weather forecasts point to mostly near-normal temperatures through May 26, with cooling needs gradually replacing late-season heating demand.
2026-05-12
Natural gas Hits 4-week High
Natural gas increased to 2.88 USD/MMBtu, the highest since April 2026. Over the past 4 weeks, Natural gas gained 9.58%, and in the last 12 months, it decreased 21.05%.
2026-05-11