Natural Gas Storage -197B bcf vs -202B bcf Est.
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The latest report on Natural Gas Storage showed a decrease of 197 billion cubic feet (bcf), which is slightly less than the estimated decrease of 202B bcf. This indicates a smaller than expected drawdown in natural gas inventories.
February 01, 2024 | 3:30 pm
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The United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG) may experience a short-term positive impact due to the smaller than expected decrease in natural gas storage, indicating a potentially tighter supply.
The United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG) tracks the price movements of natural gas. A smaller than expected drawdown in natural gas inventories suggests a tighter supply relative to expectations, which could lead to higher natural gas prices. Higher natural gas prices are likely to positively impact UNG's performance in the short term.
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