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US Natural Gas Ticks Up on Hotter Forecasts, Cooling Demand

Bloomberg Markets Monday 31 August 2026, 14:43 UTC By Ruth Liao 1 min read
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US natural gas futures were up slightly as near-term forecasts showed hotter weather in the coming weeks, indicating increased cooling demand for the power-plant fuel as consumers crank up air-conditioning.

US natural gas futures were up slightly as near-term forecasts showed hotter weather in the coming weeks, indicating increased cooling demand for the power-plant fuel as consumers crank up air-conditioning.
US (LOCATION) Cooling Demand US (ORG)
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