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Elevated U.S. propane inventories continue to mask tightening conditions on the East Coast, while strong exports and Venezuela's first-ever LPG shipment to the U.S. highlight active waterborne trade flows.
U.S. LNG feedgas demand returned to full strength last week, with every terminal operating at or above contracted utilization levels.
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The retail propane market delivers 9 billion gallons to U.S. consumers annually, with its heart anchored in “mom-and-pop” retailers serving rural and small-town communities. These small, owner-operated businesses know their customers, regions, and challenges.
U.S. propane posted a stronger-than-expected draw, but inventories remain 31% above last year and 40% above the five-year average. Production rebounded, exports eased.
U.S. LNG feedgas demand rebounded sharply last week as Gulf Coast terminals returned to peak winter operations following Winter Storm Fern.
Severe winter weather in January and February has led to lower volumes across its system but Hess Midstream said it still expects to match its previous guidance for full-year 2026, which called for relatively flat volumes compared to 2025, executives said during the company’s quarterly earnings c
Propane inventories drew as exports softened and winter storms weighed on production.
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U.S. LNG feedgas demand is rebounding after Winter Storm Fern, with most Gulf Coast terminals returning to pre-storm operations within days.
U.S. ethane production has been one of the fastest growing energy commodities, increasing from just over 1.0 MMb/d in 2015 to more than 3.0 MMb/d in 2025.
Dow has chosen to proceed with an expansion of its Fort Saskatchewan, AB ethane cracker after placing the project on hold earlier in 2025. The result will be a substantial expansion of Alberta's ethane demand by 2031.
