Rich Asplund on 07/13/2026

Crude Oil Prices Sharply Higher on Escalation of US-Iran Hostilities

August WTI crude oil (CLQ26 ) on Monday closed up +6.73 (+9.42%), and August RBOB gasoline (RBQ26 ) closed up +0.1817 (+6.09%). Crude oil and gasoline prices surged on Monday, with crude posting a 3.5-week high and gasoline posting a 5-week high. Crude prices soared amid an escalation of US-Iran...

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Rich Asplund on 07/13/2026

Nat-Gas Prices Settle Lower on Higher US Output and Smaller Exports

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ26 ) on Monday closed down -0.043 (-1.46%). Nat-gas prices tumbled to a 2-month low on Monday and settled sharply lower. Signs of stronger US nat-gas output and smaller exports are weighing on prices. Nat-gas production in the Permian Basin rose to more than 23 bcf...N

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Gregor Horvat on 07/13/2026

Crude Oil Breaks Down From Triangle, Signaling Wave C Weakness

Crude oil has broken below its multi-month triangle, confirming the start of a higher-degree wave C decline. While a short-term rebound is possible, rallies into the 74–80 resistance zone could offer another opportunity for the broader downtrend to resume.Crude Oil pumpjack at sunset by Zbynek Buriv

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Daniel White on 07/13/2026

Energy Update - Morning Express - Blue Line Futures

While the ceasefire never really began, the restart of a hot conflict should drive risk-premia considerably higher than current levels. Also, with refining margins now at sky high levels, domestic demand and exports should run hot.Offshore oil platform in ocean by Wirestock via iStock

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Anushka Dutta on 07/11/2026

A $225 Million Reason to Sell FuelCell Energy Stock Now

FuelCell has priced a $225 million upsized public offering, leading to a sell-off.A concept image showing a lightbulb with planet earth in a mossy green background by Capt_Pic via Shutterstock

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Darren Carlat on 07/11/2026

Round 3: Why Volatility Can Make or Break a Commodity Spread

After selecting the best direction and leg configuration, one final filter remains: volatility. Discover how Smart Spreads classifies trades into high-, mid-, and low-volatility environments and why identical spreads can produce dramatically different historical results depending on when they're tra

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Rich Asplund on 07/10/2026

Crude Oil Prices Retreat as US-Iran Peace Talks Set to Continue

August WTI crude oil (CLQ26 ) on Friday closed down -0.67 (-0.93%), and August RBOB gasoline (RBQ26 ) closed down -0.0541 (-1.78%). Crude oil and gasoline prices gave up an early advance on Friday and moved lower as prices whipsawed on various news headlines. Crude prices initially jumped on Friday

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Rich Asplund on 07/10/2026

Nat-Gas Prices Fall on Cooler Weather and Ample Supplies

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ26 ) on Friday closed down -0.072 (-2.39%). Nat-gas prices added to Thursday’s losses on Friday and posted a 1.5-month low. Nat-gas prices are under pressure as US weather forecasts shifted to show cooler weather in the coming weeks, which could potentially curb demand

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Rich Asplund on 07/10/2026

Crude Oil Prices Slide as President Trump Said Iran Peace Talks to Continue

August WTI crude oil (CLQ26 ) today is down -0.88 (-1.22%), and August RBOB gasoline (RBQ26 ) is down -0.0891 (-2.93%). Crude oil and gasoline prices gave up an early advance today and turned lower as prices whipsawed on various news headlines. Crude prices initially jumped after Iran vowed to...An

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Andrew Hecht on 07/10/2026

Is it Time to Put Natural Gas on Your Radar?

Now that we are in the heart of summer, the shoulder season in natural gas is over, as cooling demand increases natural gas requirements. While the energy commodity that generates electricity tends to peak during winter and the heating season, above-average temperatures during summer can push prices

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Daniel White on 07/10/2026

Energy Update - Morning Express - Blue Line Futures

While the ceasefire never really began, the restart of a hot conflict should drive risk-premia considerably higher than current levels. Also, with refining margins now at sky high levels, domestic demand and exports should run hot.Stacked oil barrels by JONGHO SHIN via iStock

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Neha Panjwani on 07/10/2026

What to Expect From Exelon's Q2 2026 Earnings Report

Exelon will release its second-quarter earnings later this month, and analysts anticipate a double-digit bottom-line growth.Exelon Corporation on screen in front of business webpage By Timon

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Neha Panjwani on 07/10/2026

Earnings Preview: What to Expect From Ameren's Report

Ameren will release its second-quarter earnings soon, and analysts anticipate a single-digit bottom-line growth.Ameren Corporation website homepage_ Ameren Corporation logo visible on display by pvl

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Rich Asplund on 07/09/2026

Crude Oil Prices Slump on Limited Escalation of US-Iran Conflict

August WTI crude oil (CLQ26 ) on Thursday closed down -1.44 (-1.96%), and August RBOB gasoline (RBQ26 ) closed down -0.0647 (-2.00%). Crude oil and gasoline prices gave up an early advance on Thursday and fell sharply on speculation the escalation of hostilities between the US and Iran will be...Sat

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Rich Asplund on 07/09/2026

Above-Average Build in Gas Storage Weighs on Nat-Gas Prices

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ26 ) on Thursday closed down -0.200 (-6.23%). Nat-gas prices tumbled to a 1.5-month low on Thursday and settled sharply lower. Above-average weekly US nat-gas storage levels undercut prices. The EIA reported on Thursday that weekly EIA nat-gas inventories rose by +61 bc

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