Natural gas prices have surged to a near two-year high due to concerns over a cold winter, geopolitical uncertainties, and supply constraints. Prices rose to $3.66 per MMBtu, up 40% year to date, driven by rising heating demands and decreasing supply. The US and Norway have become primary suppliers following Russia's aggression on Ukraine. Long-term demand for natural gas is expected to increase due to the energy needs of AI infrastructure, with predictions of a significant rise in electricity demand by 2030. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)