Australia has directed LNG exporters to allocate 20% of their natural gas output to the domestic market from July next year, aiming to prevent supply tightness along the east coast. The measure, which applies to three producers with LNG facilities but spares existing long-term export contracts, could reshape regional spot flows and influence pricing for Natural Gas globally.
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Over the past month, natural gas prices have fallen about 7.3%, reflecting softer demand expectations and adequate inventories despite policy shifts like Australia’s new reservation rule. The 1-day technical picture for natural gas currently flashes a Strong Sell signal, indicating near-term bearish momentum even as structural supply interventions may add longer-term volatility to the market.
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