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Articles, updates, and energy industry insights written by Richard Soultanian
Energy Market & Pricing Updates / Europe
Ukraine Crisis - EU Energy Purchasing Strategy
During the past several months, we saw gas prices in Europe reach a peak of €180 MWh. In the event of a Russian invasion and takeover of Ukraine, we most likely will eclipse this level – significantly elevated prices could remain in place for several weeks/months.
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Energy Market & Pricing Updates / France
French Government Announces Exceptional Measures, Changes to ARENH Mechanism
Last Thursday, the French Government announced several significant changes concerning the country's domestic electricity market.
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Energy Market & Pricing Updates / Europe
EU Energy Prices - The Perfect Storm Update
Over the past several months, electricity and natural gas prices across Europe have spiked. The recent increase has placed incredible pressure on governments, regulators, suppliers, and consumers. While there have been many justifications for the recent price rise, in truth, it is a confluence of several different factors creating the perfect storm.
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Energy Market & Pricing Updates / United States
Crude Oil Market Is it a Bubble Yet?
Over the past two months, oil prices have risen sharply along with most other financial assets. This rising tide appears to be driven principally by the narrative that the COVID-19 pandemic will subside midyear, and the global economy will rebound sharply. The recent dramatic runup in prices inevitably leads to the simple but important question – have prices risen too far too fast?
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