Apollo Energy publishes a daily energy market analysis, focusing on the gas, power and oil markets including a commentary on how the markets close and open. Our analysis provides insight on how the markets are performing and also considers various factors which could dictate price changes in the future. 

The analysis also contains a graph which tracks the one-year forward price of both gas and electricity as well as changes to Brent crude oil. 

Energy Market Analysis - 01-08-2013

Energy Market Analysis - 01-08-2013

1st August 2013 | Posted by: Daniel Birkett | Market Analysis

Spot prices went up yesterday as wind generation was forecast to decrease but near-term prices continued to make losses. Wind generation is expected to improve over the weekend but will be limited next week and nuclear generation will remain lower until Tuesday.


Energy Market Analysis - 31-07-2013

Energy Market Analysis - 31-07-2013

31st July 2013 | Posted by: Daniel Birkett | Market Analysis

Spot prices went down yesterday following an increase in wind generation and a slight improvement in nuclear availability. Exchange prices were considerably lower than OTC prices and the cooler weather in France led to near-term contracts making a loss.


Energy Market Analysis - 30-07-2013

Energy Market Analysis - 30-07-2013

30th July 2013 | Posted by: Daniel Birkett | Market Analysis

Spot prices fell slightly yesterday with improved renewable energy production the main driver of prices; with wind and solar capacities going up by 4GW. The UK gas system opened long this morning and NTS demand is expected to be lower in the next few days and supplies should remain healthy as a result.


Energy Market Analysis - 29-07-2013

Energy Market Analysis - 29-07-2013

29th July 2013 | Posted by: Daniel Birkett | Market Analysis

Renewable energy production is expected to fluctuate in the next few days but thermal supplies should see an increase. The price of coal has dropped slightly and a decrease in near-term power prices has led to lower year-ahead prices.


Energy Market Analysis - 26-07-2013

Energy Market Analysis - 26-07-2013

26th July 2013 | Posted by: Daniel Birkett | Market Analysis

Spot prices fell slightly yesterday due to the usual drop in demand on Fridays and increased supply levels. Nuclear availability has also improved slightly in Germany and France which should limit any gains over the weekend.