What are natural gas futures?

Natural gas futures are: The third-largest physical commodity futures contract in the world by volume Widely used as a national benchmark price for natural gas, which continues to grow as a global and U.S. energy source Natural gas futures prices are based on delivery at the Henry Hub in Louisiana.

What are Henry Hub natural gas (NG) futures?

Henry Hub Natural Gas (NG) futures provide market participants with significant liquidity to help manage price risk in the highly volatile natural gas market. Natural gas futures are: The third-largest physical commodity futures contract in the world by volume

Why do natural gas prices fluctuate?

Natural gas prices fluctuate constantly depending mainly on production issues, stockpiles, weather conditions, economic growth, crude oil prices, and more recently coal. Natural gas is commonly measured in MMBtu, with 1 MMBTu equaling 1 million BTU (British Thermal Units).

Will the roll to the may contract save natural gas?

Furthermore, the April contract is set to expire on Wednesday, and trading during the expiry period is often choppy. However, there is a chance that the roll to the May contract could save natural gas from sliding further if May futures can maintain their value until after expiration.