Traders finally started taking notice that we were not THAT bearish - Natty went to 3.30 drawing closer to the implied fair value at 3.449 - questions remain on demand for the summer as we have started out on “average” which puts a cap on how high we might go - there are some expecting $4+ - I think there will be a flattening of the curve at 3.50. Demand looks on par with historical averages - so I think we are on track for 3.50.
ER
Natural Gas Radar
2026-05-30 23:47
Table of Contents
Brian's Thoughts
Today's Update
Natural gas prices are heating up, closing at a 16-week high after a 19% rally in May, driven by forecasts of above-average temperatures and tightening storage. Currently at $3.30, traders are eyeing a potential climb to $4, although the fair value hovers around $3.449. Demand is holding steady against historical averages, suggesting a flattening near $3.50. With the summer heat on the horizon, watch for how demand evolves, as it could lead to further price movements or serve as a cap. Stay cool, and keep your eyes peeled!
Executive Summary
Total supply decreased by 0.6 BCFD | Total demand decreased by 2.6 BCFD | Market is oversupplied by 0.48 BCFD
Technical Analysis
Overall Technical Score (-5 to +5):
0
(Neutral)
Current Price:
$3.29
Signal:
Neutral
Moving Averages (9/20)
BULLISH
MA(9): $3.06
MA(20): $2.94
Current Price is 3.29, 9 day MA 3.06, 20 day MA 2.94
MACD (12, 26, 9)
BULLISH
MACD: 0.0982
Signal: 0.0596
Days since crossover: 29
MACD crossed the line 29 days ago and is in a bullish setup
RSI (14)
NEUTRAL
Value: 68.08
Category: NEUTRAL
RSI is 68.08 (note 70% is overbought and 30% is oversold)
Volume (vs 20d Avg)
HIGHER
Current: 200,655
Avg (20d): 134,982
Ratio: 1.49
Volume is higher versus 20 day average
Stochastic (14, 3)
OVERBOUGHT
%K: 84.62
%D: 86.58
Stochastic %K: 84.62, %D: 86.58. Signal: overbought
ADX (14)
STRONG UPTREND
ADX: 26.53
+DI: 34.73
-DI: 11.36
ADX: 26.53 (+DI: 34.73, -DI: 11.36). Trend: strong uptrend
Williams %R (14)
OVERBOUGHT
Value: -15.38
Williams %R: -15.38 (overbought)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)
BREAKOUT UPPER
Upper: 3.25
Middle: 2.94
Lower: 2.63
Price vs BBands (20, 2): breakout upper. Upper: 3.25, Middle: 2.94, Lower: 2.63
Fundamental Analysis
| Category | Current (BCFD) | Last Week | Last Year | 3 Yr Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Production | 106.3 | 106.5 | 106.1 | 102.1 |
| LNG Imports | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.07 |
| Canadian Imports | 5.0 | 4.5 | 5.7 | 5.2 |
| Total Supply | 111.3 | 111.0 | 111.8 | 107.37 |
| Industrial Demand | 22.4 | 21.6 | 22.4 | 21.9 |
| Electric Power Demand | 38.2 | 28.1 | 33.1 | 32.83 |
| Residential & Commercial | 17.1 | 21.4 | 12.9 | 11.33 |
| LNG Exports | 17.6 | 16.6 | 15.6 | 13.7 |
| Mexico Exports | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 6.67 |
| Pipeline Fuel | 8.83 | 8.83 | 6.7 | 7.27 |
| Total Demand | 110.82 | 103.42 | 98.2 | 93.6 |
| Supply/Demand Balance | 0.48 | 7.58 | 13.6 | 13.77 |
Weather Analysis
Natural Gas Weather Impact:
LOW heating demand - mild conditions
(Mixed heating and cooling conditions)
Weather Analysis Summary
Heating Degree Days (Utility Gas Weighted)
Last 7 Days:
23.0 HDD
-4.0 vs Normal
Next 7 Days:
10.0 HDD
-8.0 vs Normal
Cooling Degree Days (Population Weighted)
Last 7 Days:
30.0 CDD
+0.0 vs Normal
Next 7 Days:
41.0 CDD
+1.0 vs Normal
Weather Trend Analysis (Click charts to zoom)
HDD Analysis
CDD Analysis
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Chart Analysis
Detailed Data
Recent HDD Data
| Date | HDD | Normal | Anomaly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22 | 5.0 | 4.0 | +1.0 |
| 05/23 | 5.0 | 4.0 | +1.0 |
| 05/24 | 4.0 | 4.0 | +0.0 |
| 05/25 | 2.0 | 4.0 | -2.0 |
| 05/26 | 2.0 | 4.0 | -2.0 |
| 05/27 | 2.0 | 4.0 | -2.0 |
| 05/28 | 3.0 | 3.0 | +0.0 |
HDD Forecast
| Date | HDD | Normal | Anomaly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30 | 4.0 | 3.0 | +1.0 |
| 05/31 | 3.0 | 3.0 | +0.0 |
| 06/01 | 1.0 | 2.0 | -1.0 |
| 06/02 | 1.0 | 2.0 | -1.0 |
| 06/03 | 1.0 | 3.0 | -2.0 |
| 06/04 | 0.0 | 3.0 | -3.0 |
| 06/05 | 0.0 | 2.0 | -2.0 |
Recent CDD Data
| Date | CDD | Normal | Anomaly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22 | 3.0 | 4.0 | -1.0 |
| 05/23 | 3.0 | 4.0 | -1.0 |
| 05/24 | 4.0 | 4.0 | +0.0 |
| 05/25 | 4.0 | 4.0 | +0.0 |
| 05/26 | 5.0 | 4.0 | +1.0 |
| 05/27 | 6.0 | 5.0 | +1.0 |
| 05/28 | 5.0 | 5.0 | +0.0 |
CDD Forecast
| Date | CDD | Normal | Anomaly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30 | 5.0 | 5.0 | +0.0 |
| 05/31 | 5.0 | 6.0 | -1.0 |
| 06/01 | 6.0 | 6.0 | +0.0 |
| 06/02 | 6.0 | 6.0 | +0.0 |
| 06/03 | 5.0 | 6.0 | -1.0 |
| 06/04 | 6.0 | 5.0 | +1.0 |
| 06/05 | 8.0 | 6.0 | +2.0 |
Data Source: NOAA Climate Prediction Center (CPC)
Region: CONUS
Climatology: 1981-2010 Normal Period
Economic Analysis
Economic Sentiment Summary
POSITIVE - Economic indicators generally supportive
Dollar Impact:
Weaker USD may support commodity prices
Industrial Demand:
Strong industrial demand signals
Interest Rate Impact:
Stable/lower rates may support demand
Risk Sentiment:
Low market volatility/risk appetite
Economic Indicators
USD_INDEX
98.91
Daily:
-0.11 (-0.11%)
Weekly:
-0.41 (-0.41%)
US_10Y
4.45
Daily:
-0.0 (-0.04%)
Weekly:
-0.11 (-2.3%)
SP500
7580.06
Daily:
16.43 (0.22%)
Weekly:
106.59 (1.43%)
VIX
15.32
Daily:
-0.42 (-2.67%)
Weekly:
-1.27 (-7.66%)
GOLD
4560.5
Daily:
61.2 (1.36%)
Weekly:
39.5 (0.87%)
COPPER
6.36
Daily:
-0.04 (-0.57%)
Weekly:
0.02 (0.28%)
CFTC Commitment of Traders Analysis
Natural Gas Positioning (NAT GAS NYME - NEW YORK MERCANTILE EXCHANGE)
Report Date: 2026-05-26
Sentiment: Bearish and Strengthening
Positioning: Normal Range
Open Interest
1,640,082
Change: +40,653
Managed Money
-134,426
Change: -38,123
-8.2% of OI
Producer/Merchant
-10,707
Change: +9,561
-0.7% of OI
Swap Dealers
200,885
Change: +6,393
12.2% of OI
Other Reportables
-68,755
Change: +27,138
-4.2% of OI
Analysis Rationale (Managed Money):
- Managed Money sentiment: bearish and strengthening
Crude Oil Positioning (WTI-PHYSICAL - NEW YORK MERCANTILE EXCHANGE)
Report Date: 2026-05-26
Sentiment: Bullish but Weakening
Positioning: Normal Range
Open Interest
2,003,795
Change: +845
Managed Money
79,924
Change: -18,295
4.0% of OI
Producer/Merchant
366,141
Change: -6,008
18.3% of OI
Swap Dealers
-561,614
Change: +10,944
-28.0% of OI
Analysis Rationale (Managed Money):
- Managed Money sentiment: bullish but weakening
LNG Market Analysis
LNG Market Summary
TTF prices remained stable to 16.170 EUR/MWh (+0.000). JKM prices decreased to 18.300 USD/MMBtu (-0.035). JKM is trading at a premium of 2.130 to TTF, indicating strong Asian demand.
TTF Prices
16.170
+0.000Front month: JUN 26
As of 2026-05-30
JKM Prices
18.300
-0.035Front month: JUL 26
As of 2026-05-30
JKM-TTF Spread
2.130
13.17%JKM is trading at a premium to TTF, indicating strong Asian demand.
As of 2026-05-30
Forward Curves Visualization
TTF (EUR/MWh)
JKM (USD/MMBtu)
19.0
17.0
15.0
13.0
11.0
TTF Forward Curve (Next 12 Months)
| Month | Price (EUR/MWh) |
|---|---|
| JUN 26 | 16.170 |
| JUL 26 | 15.751 |
| AUG 26 | 15.765 |
| SEP 26 | 15.766 |
| OCT 26 | 15.701 |
| NOV 26 | 15.419 |
| DEC 26 | 15.365 |
| JAN 27 | 15.253 |
| FEB 27 | 15.017 |
| MAR 27 | 14.407 |
| APR 27 | 12.409 |
| MAY 27 | 11.706 |
JKM Forward Curve (Next 12 Months)
| Month | Price (USD/MMBtu) |
|---|---|
| JUL 26 | 18.300 |
| AUG 26 | 17.300 |
| SEP 26 | 16.840 |
| OCT 26 | 16.495 |
| NOV 26 | 16.135 |
| DEC 26 | 16.030 |
| JAN 27 | 15.550 |
| FEB 27 | 14.540 |
| MAR 27 | 13.580 |
| APR 27 | 11.795 |
| MAY 27 | 12.125 |
| JUN 27 | 12.170 |
LNG Flows Analysis
LNG Flows Summary
2026-04-30 to 2026-05-29
Latest LNG Flow
17.50
BCF/D
Daily Change
+0.00
(+0.0%)
30-Day Average
17.09
BCF/D
30-Day High
18.20
BCF/D
30-Day Low
14.60
BCF/D
Data Points
28
Days
LNG Flows Trend (Click to zoom)
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LNG Flows Analysis
Recent LNG Flows Data
| Date | LNG Flow (BCF/D) | Change from Previous |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-19 | 14.60 | N/A |
| 2026-05-20 | 17.00 | +2.40 |
| 2026-05-21 | 17.40 | +0.40 |
| 2026-05-22 | 17.30 | -0.10 |
| 2026-05-23 | 17.10 | -0.20 |
| 2026-05-25 | 17.40 | +0.30 |
| 2026-05-26 | 17.40 | +0.00 |
| 2026-05-27 | 17.60 | +0.20 |
| 2026-05-28 | 17.50 | -0.10 |
| 2026-05-29 | 17.50 | +0.00 |
News & Sentiment Analysis
Market Sentiment Overview
BEARISH
Average Polarity:
-0.2
Confidence:
1.0
Articles Analyzed:
81
Last Updated:
2026-05-30 23:47:19
Commodity Sentiment
NATURAL_GAS
0.0
HEATING_OIL
0.0
CRUDE_OIL
-0.6
Top News Topics
Supply (1 articles)
Demand (1 articles)
Geopolitical (1 articles)
Fibonacci Levels Analysis
Current Price:
$3.29
Closest Support:
$3.28
0.3% below current price
Closest Resistance:
$3.49
6.08% above current price
Fibonacci Retracement Levels
0.0
$2.48
0.236
$2.72
0.382
$2.87
0.5
$2.99
0.618
$3.11
0.786
$3.28
Support
1.0
$3.49
Resistance
Fibonacci Extension Levels
1.272
$3.77
1.618
$4.12
2.0
$4.5
2.618
$5.13
ML Price Prediction
Current Price:
$3.29
Forecast Generated:
2026-05-30 23:47:20
Next Trading Day:
UP 0.62%
| Date | Prediction | Lower Bound | Upper Bound |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-30 | $3.31 | $3.14 | $3.48 |
| 2026-05-31 | $3.28 | $3.11 | $3.45 |
| 2026-06-01 | $3.27 | $3.11 | $3.44 |
| 2026-06-02 | $3.26 | $3.09 | $3.42 |
| 2026-06-03 | $3.26 | $3.09 | $3.43 |
ML Insights
- Forecast generated using ARIMA(5, 1, 0).
- The model predicts a price increase of ~0.62% for the next trading day (2026-05-30), reaching $3.31.
- The 5-day forecast suggests a generally downward trend, moving about -1.5% between 2026-05-30 and 2026-06-03.
- The average confidence interval width is ~10.3% of the predicted price, indicating model uncertainty.
- SIGNAL: Weak bullish signal, high uncertainty.
AI Analysis
For Energy Traders:
The current market data presents a neutral technical interpretation, with Fibonacci support at 3.28 and resistance at 3.49. The ML price forecast indicates a potential upward movement of 0.62% within a range of 3.14 to 3.48.
While the overall sentiment is bearish with a sentiment score of -0.200, the cooling demand across regions may present short-term opportunities for traders looking to capitalize on price movements. However, caution is advised due to the prevailing bearish sentiment and potential volatility.
For Producers (Oil & Gas Companies):
The fundamental balance is currently at 0.48 BCFD with a slight increase, which may suggest stable supply conditions. However, the bearish sentiment in the market could impact pricing strategies.
Producers should consider adjusting their hedging strategies in light of the low heating demand expected in residential and commercial sectors, as well as moderate cooling demand in power generation. This could lead to potential fluctuations in demand that may affect production planning.
For Consumers (Industrial/Utilities):
With the cooling demand dominating across all regions, consumers can expect stable supply conditions in the near term. However, the bearish market sentiment suggests potential cost fluctuations that should be monitored closely.
It may be prudent for consumers to evaluate their procurement strategies or consider hedging options to mitigate risks associated with possible price volatility in the upcoming cooling season.
For Commodity Professionals (Analysts, Consultants):
The synthesis of market data indicates a bearish sentiment overall, despite a neutral technical outlook. The fundamental balance remains stable, but the cooling demand forecast suggests that pricing dynamics could shift.
Analysts should focus on the interplay between the weather outlook and supply-demand fundamentals as key drivers of market behavior. The lack of significant bullish indicators may lead to cautious market engagement in the near term.
Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice or specific buy/sell recommendations.