| Gas | Power |
| Market Close | Market Close |
| A warm weather forecast and the expected delivery of 4 LNG cargoes over the Bank Holiday weekend helped to weigh on gas prices during Friday’s session. However, rising oil helped to limit losses further along the curve. | Power prices were largely bearish on Friday, with warm temperatures the main market driver at the front of the curve. Far curve contracts were more resilient due to a rebound financial markets. |
| Market Open | Market Open |
| Despite an oversupplied system and a warm weather outlook for most of June, gas prices have increased this morning. The curve has been dictated by a high CCGT demand outlook on the back of weak renewable power, while maintenance season at gas facilities also provides support. | Power follows gas and trades higher, with weak wind generation and reduced supply dictating short term prices. Further out, contracts have also moved higher, following strengthening commodities. |
For a breakdown of the current generation mix visit our Power Generation Insights page.
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Brent Summary Brent Crude has climbed above $70/b ahead of today’s OPEC meeting when a gradual easing of production cuts is likely to be agreed. 1-year forward prices Market close data has revealed that the 1-year forward price for both commercial gas & commercial electricity increased, closing at 60.40ppt and £73.56/MWh, respectively. Today’s prices can also be found in an easy to read table on our current UK energy price page. |
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