Natural gas fell to 2.98 USD/MMBtu on August 11, 2025, down 0.47% from the previous day. Over the past month, Natural gas's price has fallen 14.14%, but it is still 35.95% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Natural gas - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.

Key natural gas trading hubs in the United States. Primary considerations for areas selected include high trading volumes, geographic coverage, adoption by multiple price reporting agencies, and use in natural gas contracts. Each hub location is identified by an approximate central point.

The National Balancing Point (NBP), the UK's natural gas benchmark, amounted to 79.68 British pence per therm on July 28, 2025, for contracts with delivery in August. Prices are generally higher in the winter months due to greater gas heating demand, especially in weeks of colder weather. The UK NBP, along with the Dutch TTF, serve as benchmarks for natural gas prices in Europe. Impact on consumer prices and household expenditure post-2022 Fluctuations in wholesale natural gas prices often have immediate impacts on UK consumers. In 2023, the consumer price index for gas in the UK rose to 195 index points, using 2015 as the base year. This increase has translated into higher household expenditure on gas, which reached approximately 24.89 billion British pounds in 2023. This figure represents a 23 percent increase from the previous year and a staggering 91 percent rise compared to two years earlier, highlighting the growing financial burden on UK households. Consumption patterns and supply challenges The residential and commercial sector remain the largest consumers of natural gas in the UK, using an estimated 42 billion cubic meters in 2024. This was followed by the power sector, which consumed about 13 billion cubic meters. The UK's reliance on gas imports has grown due to declining domestic production. This shift has led to an increased dependence on liquefied natural gas imports and pipeline inflows to meet demand.

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Data and statistics on natural gas prices, exploration and reserves, production, imports and exports, storage, pipelines, and consumption. Data released on a weekly, monthly and annual basis. International data on natural gas production, consumption, imports and exports, CO2 emissions, and reserves.

UK Gas fell to 78.82 GBp/thm on August 8, 2025, down 2.73% from the previous day. Over the past month, UK Gas's price has fallen 3.91%, and is down 19.50% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. UK Natural Gas - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.

The oil and natural gas price index is calculated using price data from both resources, weighted according to their share of energy consumption in the United States. The year 1982 is used as the base year for this index. Data sources include the International Monetary Fund and the Energy Information Administration.

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Average consumer prices are calculated for household fuel, motor fuel, and food items from prices collected for the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Average prices are best used to measure the price level in a particular month, not to measure price change over time. It is more appropriate to use CPI index values for the particular item categories to measure price change.

Prices, except for electricity, are collected monthly by BLS representatives in the 75 urban areas priced for the CPI. Electricity prices are collected for the BLS for the same 75 areas on a monthly basis by the Department of Energy using mail questionnaires. All fuel prices include applicable Federal, State, and local taxes; prices for natural gas and electricity also include fuel and purchased gas adjustments.

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About the ProjectKAPSARC is analyzing the shifting dynamics of the global gas markets, which have turned upside down during the past five years. North America has emerged as a large potential future LNG exporter while gas demand growth has been slowing down as natural gas gets squeezed between coal and renewables. While the coming years will witness the fastest LNG export capacity expansion ever seen, many questions are raised on the next generation of LNG supply, the impact of low oil and gas prices on supply and demand patterns and how pricing and contractual structure may be affected by both the arrival of U.S. LNG on global gas markets and the desire of Asian buyers for cheaper gas.Key PointsThough Africa is traditionally considered as an exporter of pipeline gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG), in future it could come to be seen as an LNG market. Until recently, financing issues, market conditions, price sensitivity and the small size of the individual gas markets were all strong deterrents to sellers looking at Africa as an LNG destination, even though the region’s per capita energy consumption is very low and there are hundreds of millions without electricity and modern cooking facilities. But now the situation has fundamentally changed because, faced with the slowdown in Asian LNG demand and a global LNG oversupply, sellers are looking for new markets. At the same time, LNG has become more affordable, more flexible and is increasingly sold on a spot basis. So now, gas can be part of the solution to developing Africa’s electricity generation, along with renewables. Most African countries would need small initial volumes to feed the integrated LNG-to-power projects that sponsors are considering. This could lead to a further development of gas demand in other sectors as gas supply becomes available and infrastructure is developed. The majority of countries are opting for floating storage and re-gasification units (FSRUs), enabling faster implementation. The new markets could benefit from the proximity of existing African LNG suppliers, and future projects in Cameroon and Eastern Africa as suppliers optimize shipping distances. The key issues of financing and the role of the state see investors looking for governments to provide regulatory and political clarity to prospective sellers, financial institutions to facilitate access to capital and LNG suppliers that will accept the risk of delivering to these new markets. The choice of pricing mechanism and contract commitment will be key for their viability. The intended gas and power markets for these new LNG projects will only be developed if domestic gas and electricity buyers can secure their offtake liabilities and ability to pay for the energy to the satisfaction of lenders.

Japan ImPI: JPY Basis: PP: CPG: Liquefied Natural Gas data was reported at 214.000 2020=100 in Mar 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 215.800 2020=100 for Feb 2025. Japan ImPI: JPY Basis: PP: CPG: Liquefied Natural Gas data is updated monthly, averaging 90.500 2020=100 from Jan 1980 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 543 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 392.400 2020=100 in Sep 2022 and a record low of 28.500 2020=100 in Apr 1995. Japan ImPI: JPY Basis: PP: CPG: Liquefied Natural Gas data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of Japan. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.I183: Import Price Index: 2020=100: JPY Basis: Petroleum, Coal & Natural Gas.

This report analyses the domestic price of natural gas. The index represents a weighted average price paid by residential, commercial, industrial, and wholesale gas users in New Zealand. The historical data for this report uses the average value of quarterly prices over each financial year, is sourced from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (Hikina Whakatutuki) and is measured in index points. The base year for the index is 2019-20.

Weekly average UK prices of unleaded petrol and diesel Weekly road fuel price statistics provide average UK retail (‘pump’) prices on a weekly basis.
The data is used to monitor road fuel prices in the UK, and to compare UK road fuel prices with other EU countries.
Weekly price data is published on the gov.uk website the day after collection.

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Japan IMPI: CB: PNG: NG: Liquefied Natural Gas data was reported at 81.000 2010=100 in Dec 2016. This records an increase from the previous number of 79.400 2010=100 for Nov 2016. Japan IMPI: CB: PNG: NG: Liquefied Natural Gas data is updated monthly, averaging 50.550 2010=100 from Jan 1980 (Median) to Dec 2016, with 444 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 193.400 2010=100 in Nov 2014 and a record low of 25.000 2010=100 in Dec 1998. Japan IMPI: CB: PNG: NG: Liquefied Natural Gas data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of Japan. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.I240: Import Price index: 2010=100: Contract Currency Basis: Petroleum, Coal & Natural Gas.

The Asia-Pacific natural gas market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing energy demand, particularly in rapidly developing economies like China and India. The region's burgeoning industrial sectors, coupled with rising urbanization and a shift towards cleaner energy sources, are fueling significant consumption. A CAGR exceeding 4.00% indicates a consistently expanding market, projected to reach a substantial value by 2033. While the precise market size for 2025 is not provided, considering a base year of 2025 and a CAGR of 4%, a reasonable estimate can be inferred based on industry reports and market trends for similar regions and energy commodities. Major players like China National Petroleum Corporation, China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, and others are actively involved in production, distribution, and infrastructure development, shaping the market landscape. However, challenges remain, including fluctuating global prices, geopolitical uncertainties, and the need for consistent investment in pipeline infrastructure to ensure reliable supply across the vast and diverse region. Specific regional dynamics vary; China and India are leading consumers, while countries like Japan and South Korea showcase a mature market with established infrastructure and diversified supply sources. The market segmentation by country allows for a nuanced understanding of growth drivers and challenges within each nation. China's significant economic growth and its focus on energy security are primary factors driving demand. India's expanding industrial base and urbanization patterns similarly fuel substantial consumption. Japan and South Korea, while having more developed markets, still exhibit continued growth due to ongoing industrial activities and efforts to diversify energy sources. Australia and other nations in the region are also playing increasingly important roles as either producers or consumers, contributing to the complexity and overall dynamism of the Asia-Pacific natural gas market. Careful consideration of these regional dynamics is crucial for both producers and investors looking to successfully navigate this rapidly evolving market. This necessitates tailored strategies that address specific market needs and regulatory frameworks in each country within the Asia-Pacific region. Recent developments include: July 2022: The Indian government announced that it had set a target to raise the share of natural gas in the energy mix to 15% by 2030 from the current 6.3%. According to the data demonstrated by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, 95.21 lakh PNG (Domestic) connections have been provided, and the authorized entities have established 4531 CNG (Transport) stations as of 31 May 2022., May 2022: The China National Offshore Oil Company (CNOOC) awarded CNY 16 billion (USD2.42 billion) contracts for building 12 liquefied natural gas tankers. The 12 vessels will be constructed by Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding Co., a China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC). Each tanker can carry about 174,000 cubic meters of LNG, equivalent to 108 million cubic meters when re-gasified. The vessels are slated for commissioning between 2024 and 2027., January 2022: GAIL (India) Ltd commenced India's first-of-its-kind project of mixing hydrogen into the natural gas system in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The hydrogen blended natural gas will be supplied to Avantika Gas Ltd, one of GAIL's joint ventures with HPCL, to retail CNG to automobiles and piped natural gas to households in Indore.. Notable trends are: Increasing Investments in Natural Gas Production to Drive the Market.

This table contains consumer prices for electricity and gas. Weighted average monthly prices are published broken down into transport rate, delivery rates and taxes, both including and excluding VAT. These prices are published on a monthly basis. The prices presented in this table were used to compile the CPI up to May 2023. Prices for newly offered contracts were collected. Contract types that are no longer offered, but have been in previous reporting periods, are imputed. The average can therefore diverge from the prices paid for energy contracts by Dutch households. Data available from January 2018 up to May 2023. Status of the figures: The figures are definitive. Changes as of 17 July 2023: This table will no longer be updated. Due to a change in the underlying data and accompanying method for calculcating average energy prices, a new table was created. See paragraph 3. Changes as of 13 February: Average delivery rates are not shown in this table from January 2023 up to May 2023. With the introduction of the price cap, the average energy rates (delivery rates) of fixed and variable energy contracts together remained useful for calculating a development for the CPI. However, as a pricelevel, they are less useful. Average energy prices from January 2023 up to May 2023 are published in a customized table. In this publication, only data concerning new variable contracts are taken into account When will new figures be published? Does not apply.

Energy prices on the markets are an important indicator of the current market and supply situation in Europe and Switzerland. Supply (production) is combined here with demand (consumption) and ultimately results in a price for a specific energy product. There are markets for different products. The spot markets give short-term signals from the market: the "Day Ahead" market indicates the wholesale price for the following day. The "Base" product prices indicate the arithmetic mean of the prices for a delivery in the following 24 hours. In intraday trading, energy is bought and sold for delivery on the same day. This data collection provides information on various energy sources. These include electricity (power), gas, heating oil, diesel and petrol. Different data are used for this purpose. For electricity and gas, data from the stock exchanges are used. In contrast to electricity prices, the data on gas prices are referenced to a base year, as licensing issues still need to be clarified. Other price data is obtained from the Federal Statistical Office. However, the prices for electricity and gas do not directly result in the end consumer price that private and commercial customers pay to their local energy supply company. These end-customer prices depend, among other things, on the procurement strategy (long-term purchases or short-term purchases on the market) of the local energy supply company. In the case of electricity, the end-user price also depends on the share of electricity produced in the utility's own power plants, the quality of the electricity (renewable or not), the grid costs and levies. The national consumer price index (CPI) is decisive for end customer prices. It measures the price development (inflation) of goods and services that are important for private households (basket of goods). It shows by how much consumer goods have become more expensive compared to the previous month, the previous year or any other earlier point in time. The index is based on December 2020. The price development is measured on the basis of the basket of goods, which also includes the most important energy sources - i.e. also electricity. The calculation methodology is managed by the Federal Statistical Office.

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The natural gas fired electricity generation market size is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 3.95% between 2022 and 2027. The market size is forecast to increase by 122.7 million toe. The growth of the market depends on several factors, including increased energy demand, rising support from governments worldwide, and increasing natural gas production.

This natural gas fired electricity generation market report extensively covers market segmentation by type (CGCT and OCGT), end-user (residential, commercial, and industrial), and geography (North America, APAC, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and South America). It also includes an in-depth analysis of drivers, trends, and challenges. Furthermore, the report includes historic market data from 2017 to 2021.

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Natural Gas Fired Electricity Generation Market: Key Drivers, Trends, Challenges, and Customer Landscape

The increasing natural gas production is notably driving the market growth, although factors such as environmental concerns associated with the combustion of natural gas may impede the market growth. Our researchers analyzed the data with 2022 as the base year and the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.

Key Natural Gas Fired Electricity Generation Market Driver

The increasing natural gas production is notably driving market growth. The fastest-growing fossil fuel is now natural gas due to the increasing supply of tight gas, shale gas, and coalbed methane. Since 2008, successful shale oil and gas extraction in nations like the US has increased the global supply of natural gas. The US EIA estimated that shale gas production will reach 8.1 million barrels per day (bpd) by September 2020. Additionally, the IEA predicted that by 2022, US natural gas production would make up 40% of the world's total natural gas output. Furthermore, the Permian Basin, where natural gas production was anticipated to double by 2022, dominates US shale gas production.

Similarly, the IEA predicted that by 2022, the Middle East would increase global natural gas production by 2,472.03 bcf (70 bcm). The Yamal peninsula is also home to significant untapped natural gas production capacity for Russia, which is the second-largest natural gas producer in the world after the United States. Hence, natural gas will be readily available for use in generating electricity due to the increase in natural gas production around the world. Hence, such factors will boost the growth of the global market during the forecast period.

Significant Natural Gas Fired Electricity Generation Market Trends

A shift to gas generators is an emerging trend in market growth. Natural gas, one of the non-renewable fuels used by gas generators, is a cost-efficient and efficient source of energy for mobile power generation. Compared to other fossil fuels, natural gas is more efficient and has lower operating costs. The capacity utilization rate of natural gas-fired combined cycles was the highest among other fossil fuels in 2018, according to the US EIA. By 2030, it is anticipated that 80% of natural gas's capacity will be used, further promoting the use of this fuel for the production of natural gas-fired electricity.

Compared to diesel generators, gas generators emit fewer emissions and are cleaner. These generators produce a smaller amount of air pollutants. Additionally, unlike diesel generators, they do not produce ash and soot leftovers. The power industry has switched to gas generators as a result of these benefits. New government regulations that encourage the use of gas generators have also been created as a result of environmental concerns. As a result, gas generators are becoming more widely used. Moreover, new variations of natural gas generators are also being introduced by numerous vendors active in the target market. Hence, factors like these will fuel the growth of the global market during the forecast period.

Major Natural Gas Fired Electricity Generation Market Challenge

The environmental concerns associated with the combustion of natural gas are major challenges impeding market growth. Natural gas is a fossil fuel, and so it still releases a variety of hazardous pollutants when it is burned, even though the emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs) are much lower than those from coal or oil. Additionally, the combustion of natural gas releases nitrogen oxides, which are precursors to smog. These emissions have also been linked to a number of human illnesses, including lung cancer, asthma, bronchitis, and heart disease, in addition to air pollution. Furthermore, exposure to high concentrations of these air pollutants may have negative health effects, including canc

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Average consumer prices are calculated for household fuel, motor fuel, and food items from prices collected for the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Average prices are best used to measure the price level in a particular month, not to measure price change over time. It is more appropriate to use CPI index values for the particular item categories to measure price change.

Prices, except for electricity, are collected monthly by BLS representatives in the 75 urban areas priced for the CPI. Electricity prices are collected for the BLS for the same 75 areas on a monthly basis by the Department of Energy using mail questionnaires. All fuel prices include applicable Federal, State, and local taxes; prices for natural gas and electricity also include fuel and purchased gas adjustments.

This Act establishes a process for producers to approve or not approve the resale prices for gas that will form the basis for the price they receive for supplying the gas. It also provides authority to gather information required to establish some components in the calculation of Crown royalty.