Electricity Markets
PJM and NYISO were up slightly from last week, however ISO NE saw another small drop in their electric.
Warmer than normal temperatures saw some upward movement in electric markets.
Natural Gas Markets
NYMEX is trading up from last week. June 2022 is trading close to $8.00.
Futures as of 5/18/2022 versus previous week:
| Current | ||
| Jun-22 | $8.368 | $1.118 |
| Jul-22 | $8.455 | $0.688 |
| Aug-22 | $8.444 | $0.791 |
| Sep-22 | $8.402 | $1.374 |
| Oct-22 | $8.383 | $1.306 |
| Nov-22 | $8.441 | $-3.596 |
Natural Gas Inventory
Working gas in storage was 1,732 Bcf as of Friday, May 20, 2022. According to EIA estimates this represents a net increase of 89 Bcf from the previous week.
The Baker Hughes exploration gas count came in at 150 this week, which is up two from last week. There are 54 more rigs in service compared to this time last year.
Weather Update
The Northeastern half of the country will see above normal temperatures, whereas the west coast will be below normal.
National Weather Service Updates (NOAA)
Hurricane Watch: Click here to view the National Hurricane Center site.
Equatorial Pacific Outlook: Click here to view La Nina and El Nino status.
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