... Additionally, upgrading storage facilities could help mitigate supply shortages, allowing Europe to store greater volumes of LNG and gas during periods of surplus for later use. Gazprom’s warning about U.S. noncompliance with LNG contracts reveals vulnerabilities ... ... future, Europe may need to reassess its approach to energy security, prioritizing stable supply agreements, building strategic reserves, and expanding its renewable energy infrastructure. By diversifying energy sources, strengthening internal infrastructure,...

... the market correction following the peaks of the energy crisis in 2022-2023. Investors continue to monitor external economic signals: negotiations between the U.S. and China on trade disputes are ongoing, and the July 30 meeting of the U.S. Federal Reserve indeed left rates unchanged. Soft monetary conditions combined with the resolution of trade differences could support fuel demand in the latter half of the year. Gas Market: Record Storage for Winter and Relative Price Stability The focus in the gas market remains on Europe, where EU countries are rapidly filling underground gas storage in preparation for the winter heating season. By the end of July, European ...

... Brent prices have stabilized at the higher end of the range for recent months, although they remain sensitive to any news regarding economic risks or changes in OPEC+ policy. Gas Market: Record Filling of Storage Reduces Price Risks The European natural gas market continues to build reserves ahead of the winter season. According to Gas Infrastructure Europe, underground gas storage facilities in EU countries are nearly 66% full — an unprecedentedly high level for the end of July over recent years. In absolute terms, the storage ...

... indices, while higher claims may raise recession concerns. Natural Gas Storage (EIA) — Published at 15:30 GMT The EIA’s report on natural gas storage impacts energy prices and related stocks. Higher storage levels could put downward pressure on gas prices, while lower storage may drive prices up, supporting the energy sector. FOMC Interest Rate Decision — Published at 19:00 GMT The Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision is the day’s highlight for U.S. markets. An increase would signal a focus on controlling inflation, strengthening the dollar, while an unchanged rate may imply concerns over economic growth. FOMC Press Conference — ...

... unprecedented rates. According to Gas Infrastructure Europe, underground storage facilities in EU countries are now filled to over 71% of total capacity—an extraordinarily high level for early August compared to previous years. In absolute terms, reserves exceed 75 billion cubic meters of gas. Several factors have enabled this rapid progress: A relatively mild past winter, resulting in lower than usual gas withdrawals during the cold season. A reduction in gas consumption in European industry and energy sectors due to conservation measures ...