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| Coal and oil recorded strong losses yesterday which heavily weighed on the gas curve. A potential oil glut led to a significant decrease in the price of Brent crude, while further bearish pressure was provided by weaker carbon and power contracts. A short system had little bearing on the curve as the overall supply picture is healthy. | Power prices moved down yesterday, following weakening gas and carbon markets, while coal and oil prices also fell significantly. A milder and windier weather outlook helped to weigh on the near-curve as both residential and CCGT demand should subside. |
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| The system has opened long this morning, resulting in further losses on the near curve, while the far-curve has stabilised following strong losses on Thursday. A slight rebound cannot be ruled out today as traders look to cash in on their short positions. | Most power prices are marginally higher this morning as coal and carbon markets display a slight rebound. Temperatures are slightly colder but remain above the seasonal norm, while wind generation should hold its current levels over the weekend. |
For a breakdown of the current generation mix visit our Power Generation Insights page.
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Brent Summary Brent displays strong losses this morning, dropping by 16% from its highest level in October. Brent currently trades below $73/b as recent data suggests strong output from the US and Russia, with the possibility of some leeway being granted to big importers of Iranian oil also weighing on prices. 1-year forward prices Market close data has revealed that the 1-year forward price for both commercial gas & commercial electricity decreased – closing at 60.60ppt and £58.35/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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