NewsSignalsAI analysis·Dow Jones Newswires·Nov 13, 2026

U.S. Natural Gas Storage Shows Above-Average Weekly Build — Market Talk

Grade Bbearish AI signal$NG

U.S. natural gas inventories recorded an above-average weekly build, increasing storage surplus and adding pressure to the natural gas market. The EIA reported a 61 Bcf injection to 3,862 Bcf, expanding the surplus over the five-year average to 75 Bcf, while Nymex natural gas futures fell 3.8% to $3.214/mmBtu. Forecast colder weather could trigger the season's first net storage withdrawal by November 20, potentially tightening supply and supporting natural gas prices.

Bullish strength: 40/100

The 61 Bcf injection came in below the 67 Bcf analyst forecast.
Colder weather forecasts could trigger the season's first net storage withdrawal by November 20.
Natural gas futures remained higher on the week despite Friday's decline.

Bearish strength: 60/100

Storage increased by 61 Bcf, exceeding the typical seasonal build.
Inventories reached 3,862 Bcf, 75 Bcf above the five-year average.
Natural gas futures fell 3.8% to $3.214/mmBtu.

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