Natural Gas Radar

2025-11-14 23:48

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Brian's Thoughts

Published: 11/14/2025 Focus: Natural Gas
Natural Gas in my view has defied logic with the fundamentals in the front part of November set to be neutral to slightly bearish. Due to the government shutdown, the CFTC has not been reporting positions since 9/23 - this leaves us a little blind to what I largely suspect is the reason for the run up (short covering). Fundamentally I believe we will see $5 this winter but I believed we were going to head down to test 3.965 before structurally heading up. Now the market is trading up on fear and short covering - which leaves me thinking that we may in fact be pushing up for a crash down in prices later. The Nat Gas Rally continues - the only reason that we are up this high is due to technical short covering and the prospects for a cold December are driving some fear - fundamentally nothing has changed for November (bearish the first two weeks and bullish the second two weeks = neutral). If weather doesn’t come through in December - we could see $1.50 come off - that said it seems that bulls are going to keep this up - all it needs for a massive retracement (like down to 3.965) is a tipping point….so be ready. For now I’m watching 4.476 - that will be the near term trigger.

Today's Update

Updated: 2025-11-14 23:46:56 Length: 500 chars
Natural Gas has been on a rollercoaster ride lately, defying logic with a winter rally despite bearish fundamentals for early November. Recent reports show a larger-than-expected increase in U.S. inventories, contributing to a dip in prices by over 5%. While fears of cold weather are stoking short covering, many analysts believe this could lead to a price crash if winter forecasts don’t pan out. Keep an eye on the $4.476 mark; it could signal the next pivotal moment in this unpredictable market.

Executive Summary

Total supply increased by 1.6 BCFD | Total demand increased by 4.5 BCFD | Market is undersupplied by 0.8 BCFD

Technical Analysis

Overall Technical Score (-5 to +5): 2 (Moderately Bullish)
Current Price: $4.51
Signal: Moderately Bullish

Moving Averages (9/20)

BULLISH

MA(9): $4.43

MA(20): $3.97

Current Price is 4.51, 9 day MA 4.43, 20 day MA 3.97

MACD (12, 26, 9)

BULLISH

MACD: 0.3519

Signal: 0.3039

Days since crossover: 19

MACD crossed the line 19 days ago and is in a bullish setup

RSI (14)

NEUTRAL

Value: 69.68

Category: NEUTRAL

RSI is 69.68 (note 70% is overbought and 30% is oversold)

Volume (vs 20d Avg)

HIGHER

Current: 211,510

Avg (20d): 172,653

Ratio: 1.23

Volume is higher versus 20 day average

Stochastic (14, 3)

OVERBOUGHT

%K: 88.03

%D: 93.9

Stochastic %K: 88.03, %D: 93.9. Signal: overbought

ADX (14)

STRONG UPTREND

ADX: 40.87

+DI: 32.48

-DI: 9.44

ADX: 40.87 (+DI: 32.48, -DI: 9.44). Trend: strong uptrend

Williams %R (14)

OVERBOUGHT

Value: -11.97

Williams %R: -11.97 (overbought)

Bollinger Bands (20, 2)

ABOVE MIDDLE

Upper: 4.95

Middle: 3.97

Lower: 2.98

Price vs BBands (20, 2): above middle. Upper: 4.95, Middle: 3.97, Lower: 2.98

Fundamental Analysis

Category Current (BCFD) Last Week Last Year 3 Yr Avg
Dry Production 107.5 106.4 101.8 102.13
LNG Imports 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1
Canadian Imports 6.3 5.8 5.9 5.03
Total Supply 113.8 112.2 107.8 106.53
Industrial Demand 22.8 22.4 23.0 23.2
Electric Power Demand 31.7 36.7 35.0 32.3
Residential & Commercial 28.4 20.2 18.0 19.6
LNG Exports 18.5 17.7 12.7 12.7
Mexico Exports 6.4 6.3 5.8 6.0
Pipeline Fuel 6.8 6.8 6.9 6.97
Total Demand 114.6 110.1 101.4 100.8
Supply/Demand Balance -0.8 2.1 6.4 5.73

Weather Analysis

Weather Impact Summary

Overall: HEATING dominated (HDD: 11.5, CDD: 0.0)
Residential/Commercial: MODERATE heating demand expected
Power Generation: LOW cooling demand expected

Regional Weather Patterns

Northeast

Heating dominated (HDD: 16.8)

Midwest

Heating dominated (HDD: 13.5)

South

Heating dominated (HDD: 6.0)

West

Heating dominated (HDD: 4.5)

Degree Days by City

Chicago, IL

Heating Degree Days (HDD): 13.5
Cooling Degree Days (CDD): 0
Total HDD: 140.5
Total CDD: 0

New York, NY

Heating Degree Days (HDD): 18.5
Cooling Degree Days (CDD): 0
Total HDD: 164.5
Total CDD: 0

Houston, TX

Heating Degree Days (HDD): 6.0
Cooling Degree Days (CDD): 0.0
Total HDD: 6.0
Total CDD: 79.5

Los Angeles, CA

Heating Degree Days (HDD): 4.5
Cooling Degree Days (CDD): 0
Total HDD: 29.5
Total CDD: 0

Philadelphia, PA

Heating Degree Days (HDD): 15.0
Cooling Degree Days (CDD): 0
Total HDD: 144.5
Total CDD: 0

Economic Analysis

Economic Sentiment Summary

NEGATIVE - Economic indicators showing headwinds
Dollar Impact: Weaker USD may support commodity prices
Industrial Demand: Weaker industrial demand signals
Interest Rate Impact: Rising rates may impact energy demand
Risk Sentiment: Low market volatility/risk appetite

Economic Indicators

USD_INDEX

99.27
Daily: 0.09 (0.09%)
Weekly: -0.35 (-0.35%)

US_10Y

4.15
Daily: 0.04 (0.88%)
Weekly: 0.04 (0.92%)

SP500

6734.11
Daily: -3.38 (-0.05%)
Weekly: -98.32 (-1.44%)

VIX

19.83
Daily: -0.17 (-0.85%)
Weekly: 2.23 (12.67%)

GOLD

4084.4
Daily: -102.5 (-2.45%)
Weekly: -27.4 (-0.67%)

COPPER

5.05
Daily: -0.04 (-0.74%)
Weekly: -0.04 (-0.73%)

CFTC Commitment of Traders Analysis

Natural Gas Positioning (NAT GAS NYME - NEW YORK MERCANTILE EXCHANGE)

Report Date: 2025-09-23
Sentiment: Bearish and Strengthening
Positioning: Normal Range

Open Interest

1,626,777
Change: -11,903

Managed Money

-63,176
Change: -40,085
-3.9% of OI

Producer/Merchant

-4,944
Change: +8,712
-0.3% of OI

Swap Dealers

124,686
Change: +6,611
7.7% of OI

Other Reportables

-64,908
Change: +22,945
-4.0% of OI

Analysis Rationale (Managed Money):

  • Managed Money sentiment: bearish and strengthening

Crude Oil Positioning (WTI-PHYSICAL - NEW YORK MERCANTILE EXCHANGE)

Report Date: 2025-09-23
Sentiment: Bullish but Weakening
Positioning: Normal Range

Open Interest

1,936,690
Change: -25,930

Managed Money

26,483
Change: -10,316
1.4% of OI

Producer/Merchant

283,712
Change: -9,029
14.6% of OI

Swap Dealers

-402,312
Change: +5,178
-20.8% of OI

Analysis Rationale (Managed Money):

  • Managed Money sentiment: bullish but weakening

LNG Market Analysis

LNG Market Summary

TTF prices decreased to 10.502 EUR/MWh (-0.067). JKM prices decreased to 11.130 USD/MMBtu (-0.005). JKM is trading at a premium of 0.628 to TTF, indicating strong Asian demand.

TTF Prices

10.502

-0.067

Front month: DEC 25

As of 2025-11-14

JKM Prices

11.130

-0.005

Front month: DEC 25

As of 2025-11-14

JKM-TTF Spread

0.628

5.98%

JKM is trading at a premium to TTF, indicating strong Asian demand.

As of 2025-11-14

Forward Curves Visualization
TTF (EUR/MWh)
JKM (USD/MMBtu)
11.2
10.9
10.6
10.2
9.9
10.50
11.13
DEC 25
10.49
11.05
JAN 26
10.52
10.85
FEB 26
10.45
10.53
MAR 26
10.11
10.05
APR 26
10.02
9.98
MAY 26
10.04
10.12
JUN 26
10.06
10.22
JUL 26
10.11
10.40
AUG 26
10.20
10.39
SEP 26
10.28
10.43
OCT 26
10.51
10.59
NOV 26
TTF Forward Curve (Next 12 Months)
Month Price (EUR/MWh)
DEC 25 10.502
JAN 26 10.490
FEB 26 10.523
MAR 26 10.447
APR 26 10.111
MAY 26 10.019
JUN 26 10.038
JUL 26 10.062
AUG 26 10.111
SEP 26 10.195
OCT 26 10.276
NOV 26 10.514
JKM Forward Curve (Next 12 Months)
Month Price (USD/MMBtu)
DEC 25 11.130
JAN 26 11.050
FEB 26 10.845
MAR 26 10.525
APR 26 10.050
MAY 26 9.980
JUN 26 10.120
JUL 26 10.220
AUG 26 10.400
SEP 26 10.395
OCT 26 10.425
NOV 26 10.585

News & Sentiment Analysis

Market Sentiment Overview

BEARISH
Average Polarity: -0.6
Confidence: 1.0
Articles Analyzed: 91
Last Updated: 2025-11-14 23:47:49

Commodity Sentiment

CRUDE_OIL

-0.6

NATURAL_GAS

-0.6

Fibonacci Levels Analysis

Current Price: $4.51
Closest Support: $4.25 5.76% below current price
Closest Resistance: $4.69 3.99% above current price

Fibonacci Retracement Levels

0.0 $2.62
0.236 $3.11
0.382 $3.41
0.5 $3.66
0.618 $3.9
0.786 $4.25 Support
1.0 $4.69 Resistance

Fibonacci Extension Levels

1.272 $5.25
1.618 $5.96
2.0 $6.75
2.618 $8.03

ML Price Prediction

Current Price: $4.65
Forecast Generated: 2025-11-14 23:47:50
Next Trading Day: DOWN 0.01%
Date Prediction Lower Bound Upper Bound
2025-11-14 $4.65 $4.33 $4.96
2025-11-15 $4.65 $4.33 $4.97
2025-11-16 $4.64 $4.32 $4.95
2025-11-17 $4.64 $4.33 $4.96
2025-11-18 $4.64 $4.32 $4.95

ML Insights

  • Forecast generated using ARIMA(5, 1, 0).
  • The model predicts a price decrease of ~0.01% for the next trading day (2025-11-14), reaching $4.65.
  • The 5-day forecast suggests relatively stable prices between 2025-11-14 and 2025-11-18.
  • The average confidence interval width is ~13.6% of the predicted price, indicating model uncertainty.
  • SIGNAL: Weak bearish signal, high uncertainty.

AI Analysis

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For Energy Traders:

Current market conditions suggest a moderately bullish sentiment with a Fibonacci support level at 4.25 and a resistance at 4.69. Traders should be aware of the potential for volatility as market sentiment is bearish overall, with a sentiment score of -0.600.

The ML price forecast indicates a slight decline of 0.01%, suggesting a range between 4.33 and 4.96. This may present short-term opportunities, particularly if prices approach the support level.

For Producers (Oil & Gas Companies):

With a fundamental balance of -0.80 BCFD, indicating a tightening supply, producers should consider adjusting production levels to align with market demand. The bearish sentiment in news articles could influence pricing strategies and necessitate hedging strategies to mitigate risks associated with price fluctuations.

Given the moderate heating demand anticipated this season, producers should be prepared for potential shifts in demand that could affect pricing and inventory management.

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For Consumers (Industrial/Utilities):

Consumers should anticipate potential cost fluctuations due to the current market dynamics. The moderate heating demand forecast suggests stable supply, but the overall market sentiment could lead to price increases if demand outpaces supply during peak consumption periods.

It's advisable for consumers to consider procurement strategies that allow for flexibility in purchasing, especially if prices approach the support level of 4.25.

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For Commodity Professionals (Analysts, Consultants):

The energy market is currently shaped by a bearish sentiment with significant implications for both supply and demand dynamics. The fundamental balance reflects a tightening supply scenario, while the weather outlook indicates a predominance of heating demand across regions, particularly in the Northeast and Midwest.

Analysts should monitor the ML forecasts and geopolitical factors that could influence market stability. The combination of bearish sentiment and moderate demand could signal a potential shift in market conditions, warranting close observation for any emerging trends.

Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please conduct your own research or consult a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.