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US Natural Gas Faces Volatility as Geopolitical Risks and Supply Fears Escalate

US natural gas futures dropped to $2.98 per MMBtu on Friday, trimming earlier gains, yet still holding a more than 4% weekly rise. This reflects the market's sensitivity to geopolitical risk and supply disruptions, particularly the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing issues at QatarEnergy's Ras Laffan LNG plant. The US administration's discussions around price relief measures also impact sentiment, with traders weighing potential policy responses. Despite daily fluctuations, market participants remain focused on the long-term supply risks posed by Middle East tensions, rising oil prices, and tight domestic storage levels. The market is currently in a consolidation phase, with key support at $3.00–$3.10 and resistance near $3.30–$3.40. Traders are awaiting updates on both geopolitical events and domestic storage data, which will influence the direction for natural gas prices in the near term. Discover how geopolitical risks and supply disruptions are shaping the natural gas market, and what traders should watch next for potential price moves.

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Publication date:

2026-03-06 08:42:01 (GMT)

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