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Analyzing Natural Gas ETFs Last Week
On December 21–28, the United States Natural Gas ETF (UNG) fell 9.4%, while the ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas ETF (BOIL) fell 17.5%.
How Much Natural Gas Could Fall Next Week
On November 16, 2017, the implied volatility of natural gas was 44%—6.4% above its 15-day average.
Is Southwestern Energy Following Natural Gas Price Movements?
As we saw in the previous part of this series, Southwestern Energy’s (SWN) stock price decreased strongly by ~6.0% for the week ended January 19. Natural gas (UGAZ)(DGAZ)(UNG) prices fell marginally by ~0.5%.
Will Natural Gas Prices Fall to $2.8 Next Week?
On November 2, 2017, natural gas’s (GASL) (GASX) implied volatility was 38.2%, 1.8% below its 15-day average.
Comparing Natural Gas ETFs’ Performances to Natural Gas Prices
Between January 18 and January 25, the United States Natural Gas ETF fell 3.6%, while the ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas ETF fell 8.1%.
Natural Gas near $3: Which Gas-Weighted Stocks to Ride?
On March 6, 2017, natural gas futures contracts for April 2017 delivery closed at $2.9 per MMBtu, which is ~2.6% above the previous closing price.
Where Natural Gas Prices Might Head Next Week
Natural gas futures are expected to close between $3.24 and $3.85 per MMBtu 68.0% of the time until January 4.
Natural Gas: Are Winter Demand Fears Rising?
On January 2, 2018, natural gas (UNG) (BOIL) (FCG) February 2018 futures settled $0.025 less than February 2019 futures.
How Natural Gas ETFs Fared Last Week
Between October 27 and November 3, 2017, the United States Natural Gas Fund LP (UNG) rose just 0.2%, and natural gas December futures rose 0.7%.
Behind the Natural Gas Rig Count: Will Production Rise?
The natural gas rig count rose by four to 187 in the week ended September 8, 2017. On a YoY basis, the natural gas rig count more than doubled that week.
Will NYMEX Natural Gas Cross $2.8 Next Week?
On July 26, 2018, natural gas’s implied volatility was 19.5%, ~2.5% below its 15-day moving average.
Futures Spread and the Natural Gas Market
On April 24, natural gas June 2018 futures closed at a premium of ~$0.2 to June 2019 futures. The difference is called the “futures spread.”
Are Supply Concerns Rising for Natural Gas?
On April 3, 2018, natural gas May 2018 futures closed at a premium of $0.04 to May 2019 futures.
Rebound in Natural Gas Didn’t Help Gas-Weighted Stocks
On March 3, 2016, natural gas futures touched a 17-year low. From March 3, 2016, to March 13, 2017, natural gas rose 85.4% on a closing price basis.
Where Natural Gas Prices Could Go Next Week
On September 21, 2017, natural gas implied volatility was 35.1%, or 5.1% above the 15-day average.
Southwestern Energy Has a Higher Correlation with Natural Gas
For the week ending March 16, Southwestern Energy stock had a high correlation of ~79% with natural gas (UGAZ).
Weather Forecast Could Push Natural Gas to Its 2018 High
On November 8, natural gas’s implied volatility was 47.4%, which was ~10.7% above its 15-day moving average.
Will Natural Gas Hold on to the $3 Level Next Week?
On August 31, 2017, natural gas (UNG) (BOIL) active futures’ implied volatility was 32%, which was 4.9% above its 15-day moving average.
Did Natural Gas ETFs Rise More than Natural Gas?
In the last four trading sessions, natural gas May futures rose 3.8%. So, UNG and BOIL outperformed natural gas May futures during this period.
Analyzing Natural Gas ETFs’ Returns Last Week
On November 23–30, the United States Natural Gas ETF (UNG) rose 2.6%, while the ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas ETF (BOIL) rose 5%.
What Really Moved ConocoPhillips Stock Last Week?
For the week ending October 20, ConocoPhillips stock showed a negative correlation of -15% with crude oil (USO) (SCO).
US Natural Gas: Will It Maintain the $3 Mark?
On September 6, natural gas October futures rose 0.9% and settled at $3 per MMBtu. On August 30–September 6, 2017, natural gas October futures rose 2.1%.
Analyzing the Futures Spread and Natural Gas Prices
On December 24, the natural gas futures for February 2019 closed at a premium of ~$0.35 to the February 2020 futures.
Could Natural Gas Reach a New 2017 Low Next Week?
Implied volatility On December 21, 2017, natural gas futures’ implied volatility was 42.4%. In the last trading session, their implied volatility was on par with the 15-day average. Supply-glut concerns pushed natural gas (UNG) (BOIL) futures to a 17-year low on March 3, 2016, with an implied volatility of 53.8%. From this multiyear low, natural gas prices […]
Analyzing Key Energy Events This Week
If the EIA (U.S. Energy Information Administration) reports another fall in the US commercial crude oil inventory, it could push oil prices higher.
Can Natural Gas Stay above $3 Next Week?
On November 30, 2017, natural gas’s implied volatility was 44.3%, about 1% above its 15-day average.
Inside the Natural Gas Futures Spread: Where Are Prices Headed Now?
On May 3, 2017, natural gas June 2017 futures were trading at a premium of $0.33 to June 2018 futures contracts.
How UNG Looks Relative to Natural Gas Futures
UNG ended May 4, 2017, with a drop of ~0.50%, while natural gas futures fell 1.3%.
Bearish Weather Forecast Could Test Natural Gas Bulls Next Week
On October 25, natural gas’s implied volatility was 42.1%, which was ~8.2% above its 15-day moving average.
Southwestern Energy Followed Natural Gas to the Upside Last Week
Southwestern Energy’s (SWN) stock price rose ~4.9% for the week ending December 29. Even natural gas (UGAZ) (DGAZ) (UNG) prices moved to the upside.
Futures Spread: Are Natural Gas’s Bullish Sentiments Rising?
On September 25, the natural gas futures for November closed at a premium of ~$0.35 to their November 2019 futures.
Natural Gas Futures Spread: Are the Bullish Sentiments Declining?
On December 11, the natural gas futures for January 2019 closed at a premium of ~$1.2 to the January 2020 futures.
Where Natural Gas Could End Next Week
Natural gas futures are expected to close between $2.74 and $2.90 per MMBtu (million British thermal units) 68.0% of the time until September 21.
Natural Gas’s Whopping Upside: Gas ETFs React
On November 2–9, the United States Natural Gas ETF (UNG) rose 13%, while the ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas ETF (BOIL) rose 25%.
Is UNG a Good Way to Track Natural Gas?
From March 16, 2017, to March 23, 2017, the United States Natural Gas ETF (UNG), which is designed to track active natural gas futures, rose 5.7%.
Understanding Natural Gas ETFs’ Huge Rise Last Week
Between September 14 and 21, the United States Natural Gas ETF (UNG) and the ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas ETF (BOIL) rose 8.4% and 16.8%, respectively.
What the Natural Gas Futures Spread Tells Us about the Current Sentiment
On September 6, 2017, the futures spread was at a discount of $0.06, but on September 8, 2017, the futures spread shifted to a premium.
What to Expect from Natural Gas Next Week
On January 18, 2018, natural gas’s implied volatility was 53.9%, 10.2% above its 15-day average.
Natural Gas Fell: Where Are Gas-Weighted Stocks Headed?
On March 3, 2016, natural gas futures touched a 17-year low of $1.64. From March 3 to October 24, 2016, natural gas rose 72.6% on a closing price basis.
Did Natural Gas ETFs Underperform Natural Gas’s Rise Last Week?
On October 26–November 2, UNG rose 1.5%, while BOIL rose 0.3%. These ETFs track natural gas futures.
Inventories Spread: What to Expect from Natural Gas
The market expects a rise of 63 Bcf in natural gas inventories for the week ending September 1, 2017. The EIA will report the data on September 7, 2017.
Natural Gas Fell, Impacted Natural Gas ETFs
On January 25–February 1, the United States Natural Gas ETF (UNG) fell 10.8%, while the ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas ETF (BOIL) fell 20.8%.
Possibilities for Natural Gas Prices Next Week
On December 7, 2017, natural gas’s implied volatility was 40.5% or ~7.5% less than its 15-day average. On November 29, the implied volatility rose to 47.7%.
Could Oil Rig Count Stop Natural Gas Fall?
In the week ended October 6, 2017, the natural gas rig count fell by two to 187.
What to Expect from the Weather Forecast and Natural Gas Prices
On July 21, the EIA announced a 34 Bcf (billion cubic feet) addition to natural gas (UNG) (GASL) (GASX) (BOIL) inventory levels for the week ending July 15.
Rig Count: A Look at Natural Gas’s Upside
In the week ended September 15, 2017, the natural gas rig count fell by one to 186. Also, the natural gas rig count has stalled between 180 and 190 since May 19, 2017.
Could Natural Gas Hit a New 2017 Low Next Week?
On December 14, 2017, the implied volatility of natural gas futures was 40.4%. It was ~5.9% below its 15-day average.
Will Natural Gas Reclaim $3 Next Week?
On October 12, 2017, natural gas implied volatility was 35.9%, 1.7% above its 15-day average.
Futures Spread: Less Bullish Sentiments for Natural Gas
On October 16, the natural gas futures for November closed at a premium of ~$0.42 to the November 2019 futures.
Why Oil Above $50 is a Concern for Natural Gas Bulls
The natural gas rig count The natural gas rig count rose by four to 190 in the week ended September 22, 2017. YoY (year-over-year), the natural gas rig count has more than doubled. However, the price of natural gas (BOIL) fell 2.6% YoY. Natural gas production The natural gas rig count has fallen 88.2% from […]
Inventory Data Might Push Natural Gas near $3.2 Next Week
On September 27, natural gas’s implied volatility was 28.3%, which was ~17.9% above its 15-day moving average and the highest level since February 23.
Analysts’ Estimates for US Natural Gas Prices in 2017
Aegent Energy Advisors estimates that US natural gas prices won’t exceed $4.11 per MMBtu (million British thermal units) in January 2017.
Natural Gas Could Reach the $3.4 Mark Next Week
On November 9, 2017, natural gas had an implied volatility of 43.5%—9.4% more than its 15-day average. Natural gas active futures settled at $3.2 per MMBtu.
US Natural Gas Futures Could Continue to Fall
Hedge funds’ net long positions in US natural gas futures (UGAZ) (UNG) and options contracts were at 5,318 for the week ending January 2, 2018.
August 23 EIA Report: Will Natural Gas Prices Rise?
Henry Hub natural gas prices rose 2.79% after the EIA released its natural gas inventories for the week ended August 23. The EIA reported a rise of 60 Bcf.
Natural Gas: What to Expect This Week
On June 27, natural gas’s implied volatility was ~33%—4% above its 15-day moving average. The implied volatility fell ~4.9% in the trailing week.
Natural Gas Futures Spread: Are Traders Confused?
On June 26, the natural gas futures for August 2019 closed at a discount of ~$0.23 to the August 2020 futures. On June 18, the futures spread was at a discount of $0.24.
Natural Gas: Analyzing the Forward Curve
As of June 18, the natural gas futures contracts for delivery between July and September were priced in descending order. On June 11–18, natural gas July futures fell 3%, UNG fell 3.1%, and BOIL fell 6.7%.
Where Natural Gas Could Head Next Week
Yesterday, natural gas’s implied volatility was 28.9%, 4.7% above its 15-day moving average.
Where Will Natural Gas Close Next Week?
On February 7, natural gas’s implied volatility was 26.7%, which was ~41.3% below its 15-day moving average.
Natural Gas Update and Key Price Levels Next Week
On January 24, natural gas’s implied volatility was 56.5%, which was ~26.6% below its 15-day moving average.
What’s Behind Hess’s Strong Performance This Year?
This year, Hess (HES) has been the Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF’s (XLE) second-strongest energy stock.
Comparing Natural Gas ETFs and Natural Gas Prices
From March 3, 2016, to April 13, 2018, natural gas active futures rose 66.9% from their 17-year low.
US Natural Gas Inventories: Largest Weekly Withdrawal since 2014
US natural gas inventories declined by 194 Bcf (billion cubic feet) to 1,884 Bcf on February 2–9, 2018, according to the EIA.
Where Could Natural Gas Prices Close Next Week?
On January 25, 2018, natural gas’s implied volatility was at 54.8%, 8% above its 15-day average.
How Natural Gas ETFs Performed Last Week
Between January 12 and January 19, 2018, the United States Natural Gas ETF (UNG), an ETF that has exposure to natural gas futures, fell 1.7%.
US Natural Gas Production and Consumption Could Impact Prices
According to PointLogic, US dry natural gas production increased by 0.3 Bcf (billion cubic feet) per day to 75.7 Bcf per day on January 11–17, 2018.
These Energy Commodities Rose This Week
With the mixed performance from energy commodities, energy stocks are down this week. As of January 17, the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) has fallen ~0.4% this week.
How Natural Gas ETFs Are Reacting to Spike in Natural Gas
Between January 5 and January 12, 2018, the United States Natural Gas ETF (UNG), which holds positions in active natural gas futures, gained 14.5%.
Is $3.30 Possible for Natural Gas Next Week?
On January 11, 2018, natural gas’s implied volatility was 49.1%. That’s 7% above its 15-day average.
Possible Downside in Natural Gas Next Week
On December 21, 2017, natural gas prices closed at the lowest closing level since February 23, 2017. Since that day, natural gas futures have risen 11.1%.
Natural Gas ETFs to Watch in 2018
On December 29, 2017, the closing prices of natural gas futures contracts between March 2018 and May 2018 were progressively lower.
Natural Gas Returns and Natural Gas ETFs
From December 15–22, 2017, the United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG) rose 0.6%.
Natural Gas: Have Oversupply Concerns Eased?
On December 19, natural gas (UNG)(BOIL)(FCG) January 2018 futures closed $0.31 below its January 2019 futures.
Why Southwestern Energy Has High Correlation with Natural Gas
Southwestern Energy (SWN) stock has fallen more than 9% in the last five trading sessions.
Natural Gas: Fall Impacts Natural Gas ETFs
On December 1–8, 2017, the United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG), which holds near-month natural gas futures contracts, fell 9.3%.
Are Natural Gas Supply Fears Rising?
On December 6, natural gas (UNG)(BOIL) January 2018 futures traded at a discount of ~$0.24 to January 2019 futures. This price difference between January 2018 futures and January 2019 futures is called the “futures spread.”
Matador Resources: The Fifth-Best-Performing Upstream Stock Year-to-Date
In 9M17, Matador Resources (MTDR) reported revenues of ~$399.0 million—about 124.0% higher than its 9M16 revenues of ~$178.0 million.
Rise in Natural Gas Impacts Natural Gas ETFs
On November 24–December 1, 2017, the United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG), that follows near-month natural gas futures contracts, rose 4.5%.
How Are Natural Gas ETFs Adjusting to Fall in Natural Gas Prices?
Between November 17 and November 24, 2017, the United States Natural Gas Fund LP (UNG) fell 8.8%.
Are Natural Gas ETFs Doing Any Better than Natural Gas?
Between November 10 and November 17, the United States Natural Gas Fund LP (UNG) fell 3.2% while natural gas active futures fell 3.6%.
Traders Are Tracking US Natural Gas Inventories
The EIA reported that US gas inventories fell by 18 Bcf (billion cubic feet) to 3,772 Bcf on November 3–10, 2017.
Did Natural Gas ETFs Outperform Natural Gas Last Week?
Between November 3 and November 10, 2017, the United States Natural Gas Fund LP (UNG) rose 8%, only 30 basis points above the gain in natural gas December futures.
Are US Natural Gas Inventories Bullish for Natural Gas Futures?
The EIA estimates that US gas inventories rose by 15 Bcf (billion cubic feet) or 0.4% to 3,790 Bcf on October 27–November 3, 2017.
Did Occidental Petroleum Generate Positive Free Cash Flow in 3Q17?
On a year-over-year basis, OXY’s 3Q17 operating cash flow was ~65% higher than the ~$650 million it generated in 3Q16.
Did Devon Energy Generate Positive Free Cash Flow in 3Q17?
For 3Q17, Devon Energy (DVN) reported operating cash flow of ~$776 million, which is higher by ~19% when compared with Wall Street analysts’ expectation for ~$653 million in cash flows for the quarter.
Understanding the Natural Gas Futures Spread: Are Oversupply Concerns Rising?
On November 1, natural gas December 2018 futures settled $0.22 above December 2017 futures. On October 25, the futures spread was at a premium of $0.11.
Natural Gas versus Natural Gas ETFs Last Week
On October 20–27, natural gas (FCG) (GASL) (GASX) December futures fell 4.8%. During this period, the United States Natural Gas Fund LP (UNG) fell 4.1%.
What to Expect from Pioneer Natural Resources’ Cash Flow in 3Q17
Wall Street analysts expect Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD) to report year-over-year higher cash flow of ~$491 million in 3Q17 compared to ~$441 million in 3Q16.
What Analysts Recommend for Occidental Petroleum
As of October 26, 2017, around 27.3% of analysts covering Occidental Petroleum (OXY) have “strong buy” or “buy” recommendations on the stock.
Understanding the Natural Gas Futures Spread—And What It Means for Prices
On October 25, 2017, natural gas December 2018 futures closed $0.11 above the December 2017 futures.
Where Natural Gas ETFs Stood next to Natural Gas Last Week
Between October 13 and October 20, 2017, the United States Natural Gas Fund LP (UNG) fell 2.2%, and natural gas November futures fell 2.8%.
Will Natural Gas Fall to $2.7 Levels Next Week?
On October 19, 2017, natural gas futures’ implied volatility was 38.8%, 9.6% above its 15-day average.
Reading the Natural Gas Futures Spread: Rising Oversupply Concerns
On October 11, 2017, the futures spread was at a premium of $0.13. Between then and October 18, natural gas November futures fell 1.2%.
Will US Natural Gas Prices Take a Tumble in 2018?
November US natural gas (UNG)(GASL) futures were above their 20-day moving averages of $2.99 per MMBtu on October 13.
Why Crude Oil Is Leading the Energy Sector This Week
Crude oil prices have risen from last week’s close of $49.29 per barrel on October 6 to $51.09 per barrel on October 10—a rise of almost 4% so far this week.
Where Wall Street Thinks Southwestern Energy Could Trade in a Year
On October 5, 2017, ~29.4% of analysts covering Southwestern Energy (SWN) gave “strong buy” or “buy” recommendations on the stock.
Did UNG Outperform Natural Gas in the Week Ended October 6?
Between September 29 and October 6, 2017, the United States Natural Gas Fund ETF (UNG) fell 4.9%, while natural gas (BOIL) (GASX) November futures fell 4.8%.
Analyzing Southwestern Energy’s 3Q17 Revenue Expectations
For 3Q17, Wall Street analysts expect Southwestern Energy (SWN) to report revenues of ~$759 million.
Could Natural Gas Fall below the $2.8 Mark Next Week?
On October 5, 2017, the implied volatility of US natural gas active futures was at 33.1%, or 7.3% below the 15-day average.
