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U.S. natural gas production and consumption are projected to reach record highs in 2026 and 2027, driven by rising demand.

U.S. natural gas production and demand set for record growth

U.S. natural gas production and consumption are projected to reach new highs in both 2026 and 2027, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s September Short-Term Energy Outlook. The agency expects dry gas production to increase from 107.6 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) in 2025 to 111.7 Bcf/d in 2026 and 115.9 Bcf/d in 2027. Domestic consumption is forecast to rise from 91.9 Bcf/d in 2025 to 92.2 Bcf/d this year and 94.3 Bcf/d next year.

The latest outlook also raised the EIA’s 2026 estimates compared with its August forecast. Meanwhile, U.S. liquefied natural gas exports are expected to increase from 15.1 Bcf/d in 2025 to 17.4 Bcf/d in 2026 and 18.6 Bcf/d in 2027. Growing output from regions including the Permian Basin and Haynesville is expected to support supply, while inventories could enter the winter season about 5% above the five-year average.

For energy markets, the projections point to continued expansion in both domestic demand and export activity alongside rising supply. The outlook also provides useful context for mineral and royalty owners following broader natural gas production trends, particularly as U.S. LNG exports and major producing regions continue to grow.

Source: BOE Report
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Citigroup analysts expect Permian natural gas production to grow enough for the region to become the largest U.S. gas basin by 2030.

Permian could lead U.S. natural gas production by 2030

Citigroup analysts expect the Permian Basin’s natural gas production to continue expanding enough for the region to become the largest U.S. gas-producing basin by the end of the decade. The West Texas and southeastern New Mexico basin could surpass the Marcellus, which has held the top position since 2012. Citi analyst Scott Gruber said the Permian could take the lead as early as 2030, depending partly on oil prices.

Much of the Permian’s natural gas is produced alongside crude oil, meaning production levels are influenced heavily by the economics of oil development rather than natural gas prices alone. This dynamic could alter U.S. gas supply patterns as Permian output grows. Citi noted that additional supply from the region may reduce how much gas-focused areas such as the Haynesville need to increase production as LNG exports, data centers and other sources of demand expand.

Pipeline capacity remains an important part of the outlook. Permian gas production exceeded available takeaway capacity at times during 2026, contributing to regional pricing dislocations. Several new infrastructure projects have secured financing, including developments designed to expand Permian natural gas takeaway capacity. Added pipeline access could help move growing volumes toward Texas and Gulf Coast markets as the basin’s role in U.S. natural gas supply increases.

Source: Bloomberg
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Scientists say vast recoverable oil and natural gas reserves remain in a long-producing Texas rock formation.

USGS identifies additional Texas oil and gas resources

Chron reports that the U.S. Geological Survey has released a new assessment of the Buda Limestone, a long-producing formation in Texas. The federal agency estimates that the formation still contains about 12 million barrels of technically recoverable oil and 184 billion cubic feet of natural gas that have not yet been discovered.

The assessed area includes portions of South and East Texas, with activity centered west and southwest of Houston and extending toward the East Texas Basin. According to the report, the Buda Limestone has already produced roughly 204 million barrels of oil and 287 billion cubic feet of natural gas since production began around 1930.

For mineral owners, operators, and investors, the assessment provides updated context on remaining resource potential in a mature Texas formation. Chron noted that the newly identified volumes are smaller than estimates for major areas such as the Permian Basin, but they still add to the broader picture of U.S. oil and gas resource development.

Source: Chron

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U.S. natural gas output hit a record 118.5 Bcf/day in 2025, led by growth in Permian, Appalachia and Haynesville.

U.S. natural gas production sets new record in 2025

U.S. marketed natural gas production reached a record average of 118.5 billion cubic feet per day in 2025, with the strongest growth coming from Appalachia, the Permian Basin, and Haynesville. Appalachia remained the country’s largest producing region at 36.6 Bcf/d, while the Permian posted the fastest growth rate, rising 11% to 27.7 Bcf/d. The article notes that these three regions accounted for most of the year’s production gains, supported by a combination of higher gas prices, oil-directed drilling in the Permian, and added takeaway capacity in parts of the Northeast.

In the Permian, rising associated gas volumes from oil production played a major role in the increase, even as crude prices averaged below the prior year. Appalachia also added output as pipeline capacity improved following recent infrastructure additions, while Haynesville benefited from stronger economics and access to Gulf Coast demand centers. For mineral owners and industry observers, the record shows how regional infrastructure, commodity pricing, and basin-specific production trends can shape supply growth over time, alongside broader factors such as average natural gas well production and well performance expectations.

Source: Pipeline & Gas Journal
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Oil and gas prices have surged as Iran continues to launch strikes across the Middle East in response to ongoing attacks by the US and Israel.

Two vessel incidents in the Strait of Hormuz lift oil shipping costs

Two commercial vessels were struck by projectiles near the Strait of Hormuz, a major shipping corridor between Iran and Oman that carries roughly a fifth of the world’s oil and significant LNG volumes. The incidents added to broader disruption in Gulf waters, with shipping data showing many crude and LNG carriers waiting offshore rather than transiting the area.

As risks increased, multiple marine insurers moved to cancel war-risk coverage for vessels operating in Iranian and nearby Gulf waters starting March 5, a step that can raise insurance and freight costs for cargoes moving from the Middle East. Tanker rates on key routes have climbed sharply this year, and oil prices rose as markets reacted to tighter near-term logistics and higher transport costs. For mineral and royalty owners, pricing and differentials can influence revenues over time, alongside market factors that shape payments (see how natural gas prices influence royalty payments and understanding oil and gas royalties).

Source: BBC News
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Winter Storm Fern had its expected impact on energy production and markets that sparked a 110% rally in Henry Hub natural gas prices

Winter Storm Fern lifts Henry Hub gas prices as output dips in Texas

Winter Storm Fern tightened U.S. energy markets in late January, pushing Henry Hub natural gas prices up about 110% as cold-weather demand rose and upstream output eased. An analysis from the Texas Oil & Gas Association said Texas production declined roughly 7% to 10% while electricity demand increased about 40%. Over Jan. 22–26, ERCOT relied heavily on dispatchable generation—supplying up to 92% of output—with natural gas providing roughly 70% of total generation.

Rystad Energy estimated an initial natural gas decline of about 2 Bcf across several basins, followed by a sharper drop near 12 Bcf/d driven largely by the Permian and the broader Gulf Coast region. The firm also projected a January monthly-average oil impact of about 390,000 barrels per day from an onshore Lower 48 baseline of 11.378 million bpd, with output expected to recover as temperatures normalize. Rystad noted front-month Henry Hub moved from around $3.10 to $6.75 per MMBtu over the week beginning Jan. 19, reflecting both higher demand and reduced supply. TXOGA President Todd Staples said Texas gas production stayed near 28 Bcf/d and storage helped balance conditions, with withdrawals peaking near 12.8 Bcf/d. For mineral and royalty owners, price moves like these can influence payments (see how natural gas prices influence royalty payments) and may coincide with temporary operational pauses (see shut-in wells and royalties explained).

Source: Midland Reporter-Telegram
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Targa buying Stakeholder Midstream for $1.25B, adding Permian gas assets and ~$200M/yr cash flow with low capex.

Targa Resources to acquire stakeholder Midstream for $1.25B

Targa Resources Corp. has agreed to acquire Stakeholder Midstream LLC in a $1.25 billion all-cash transaction that deepens its presence in the Permian Basin. Stakeholder’s system includes about 480 miles of natural gas pipelines, roughly 180 MMcf/d of cryogenic processing and sour gas treating capacity, carbon capture activities that qualify for 45Q tax credits, and a small crude oil gathering network. The assets are backed by long-term, fee-based contracts across approximately 170,000 dedicated acres with low-decline production, providing Targa with a durable volume and cash flow profile.

The company expects the acquired system to generate about $200 million in annual unlevered adjusted free cash flow, with limited ongoing capital needs and modest integration costs. Targa plans to fund the purchase with existing cash and its $3.5 billion revolving credit facility, with closing targeted for early 2026 subject to customary regulatory approvals. For market participants, the deal underscores continued consolidation in midstream infrastructure and highlights the strategic value of sour gas treating, carbon capture, and fee-based contracts in a growing Permian Basin, where rising natural gas demand from LNG exports and power generation supports long-term throughput.

Source: Seeking Alpha
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US associated natural gas output rose 6% in 2024, mirroring Permian crude oil production growth, according to the EIA.

Permian Basin oil boom propels 2024 rise in US associated natural gas

The Permian Basin’s role as the nation’s dominant crude oil producing region is translating to a role as the nation’s dominant natural gas producing region.

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, U.S. production of associated dissolved natural gas, also known as associated natural gas, increased by 6% in 2024. This mirrored the growth in crude oil production from the Permian region.

Associated natural gas production averaged 18.5 billion cubic feet per day in 2024, according to data from Enverus DrillingInfo.

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Source: mrt

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Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the US is prepared to sell more oil and natural gas to China if Beijing cuts back on purchases from Russia.

USA Energy Sec says USA is ready to sell more oil, gas to China

Chris Wright, the USA Energy Sec is saying that the US is ready to sell more oil and natural gas to China if Beijing reduces its purchases from Russia.

“There’s so much space for mutually beneficial deals between the US and China,” Wright said Thursday during a Bloomberg Television interview, noting that the US is the world’s largest oil and gas exporter, while China is the biggest importer.

The energy secretary plans to travel to Asia within weeks, or possibly sooner, following President Donald Trump trip to the continent this week.

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Source: Rigzone

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The US EIA revealed its latest US crude oil and natural gas proved reserves figures in a report posted on its site recently.

EIA reveals latest USA oil, gas proved reserves figures

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA reveals its latest U.S. crude oil and natural gas proved reserves figures in a report posted on its site recently.

According to the report, which includes data up to 2023, U.S. crude oil and lease condensate proved reserves decreased 3.9 percent year over year from 2022, from 48.3 billion barrels to 46.4 billion barrels.

North Dakota crude oil and lease condensate reserves decreased 12.3 percent from 2022, the report showed, highlighting that, at 611 million barrels, this was the largest annual net decline reported among all states. The second largest net decline of oil reserves occurred in Alaska, according to the report, which pointed out that the state saw an 11.4 percent, or 384 million barrel, drop.

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Source: Rigzone

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