Daily Commodity Analysis – Gas, Corn Soar, Oil Rises, Gold Steady.
Introduction
U.S. natural gas futures are on the rise as the market anticipates the Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) storage report, expected to reveal a significant draw. Projections suggest a draw of approximately -200 to -203 billion cubic feet (Bcf), surpassing the five-year average. Mild weather conditions contribute to lower gas demand, creating volatility in the market. In other commodities, corn futures see midweek gains, while oil prices rise after OPEC+ maintains current output policies. Gold prices remain steady at $2,050, benefiting from a weakened dollar ahead of the nonfarm payrolls data release.Markets In Focus Today – NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas Futures Edge Up Ahead Of EIA Report.
EIA report likely shows natural gas storage draw amid low demand and production downturn due to Freeport LNG issues. EIA report to reveal significant natural gas storage draw. Mild U.S. weather patterns lead to low gas demand. U.S. natural gas futures are experiencing an uptick as the market braces for the Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) weekly storage report. Expected volatility surrounds the report, with predictions pointing to a significant draw of around -200 to -203 billion cubic feet (Bcf), exceeding the five-year average of -185 Bcf. Contributing factors include varied temperatures across the U.S., with warmer conditions in the west and east and cooler temperatures from the Plains to Texas.Technical Overview With Chart :
Moving Averages :
Exponential :
- MA 10 : 2.36 | Negative Crossover | Bearish
- MA 20 : 2.47 | Negative Crossover | Bearish
- MA 50 : 2.57 | Negative Crossover | Bearish
Simple :
- MA 10 : 2.35 | Negative Crossover | Bearish
- MA 20 : 2.60 | Negative Crossover | Bearish
- MA 50 : 2.53 | Negative Crossover | Bearish
Stochastic Oscillator : 5.74 | Sell Zone | Negative
Resistance And Support Levels :
- R1 : 3.07 R2 : 3.33
- S1 : 2.20 S2 : 1.93