What drives propane inventory levels?
Mark Rachal, director of research and publications for Cost Management Solutions, addresses the fundamental drivers of propane inventory levels. The post What drives propane inventory levels? appeared...
View ArticleHow supply impacts propane inventory levels
Propane inventory is declining, and the underlying data tells us why. Mark Rachal explains how supply impacts propane inventory levels. The post How supply impacts propane inventory levels appeared...
View ArticleProducer sharpens propane inventory focus further downstream
When Bruce Leonard of Targa Resources talks propane supply and winter preparedness, he places an emphasis on filling downstream storage locations. The post Producer sharpens propane inventory focus...
View ArticleConway propane prices hold unusual premium over Mont Belvieu
Propane’s price may get to the point of curbing the demand from PDH units, but most analysts don’t think that is happening anytime soon. The post Conway propane prices hold unusual premium over Mont...
View ArticleSmall shift in propane price strength worth noting
This week, Mark Rachal, director of research and publications, explains why a small shift in propane price strength is worth noting. The post Small shift in propane price strength worth noting appeared...
View ArticlePropane inventory build goes from bad to worse
With the disappointing week 35 build in the books, U.S. propane inventory is 25.94 million barrels, or 27.2 percent, below this time last year. The post Propane inventory build goes from bad to worse...
View ArticleRobust propane demand limiting inventory build
Propane retailers must go into their peak demand period assuming they will continue to see strong competition for the available supply. The post Robust propane demand limiting inventory build appeared...
View ArticleNo price relief despite good inventory report
Mark Rachal of Cost Management Solutions offers steps propane buyers can take to protect themselves from rising propane prices this winter. The post No price relief despite good inventory report...
View ArticlePrice relief despite bad inventory report
Despite last week's inventory draw, propane prices moved lower. Mark Rachal of Cost Management Solutions explains what this means for price protection. The post Price relief despite bad inventory...
View ArticlePropane shakes off growing list of headwinds
Mark Rachal, director of research and publications at Cost Management Solutions, discusses propane pricing trends and the impact of heating-degree days. The post Propane shakes off growing list of...
View ArticleTimely propane inventory build puts downward pressure on prices
U.S. propane inventory increased to 73.620 million barrels as of Oct. 15, breaking a concerning downtrend in inventory from the prior two weeks. The post Timely propane inventory build puts downward...
View ArticlePullback in propane prices may indicate buying opportunity
Propane buyers and consumers should recognize how quickly the pricing environment could change should winter heating demand finally arrive. The post Pullback in propane prices may indicate buying...
View ArticleMild start to heating season shrinks inventory deficit
Mark Rachal, director of research and publications for Cost Management Solutions, discusses the propane inventory deficit and the mild start to heating season. The post Mild start to heating season...
View ArticleLingering impacts of COVID-19, market factors challenge retailers
A number of industry sources have weighed in on winter preparation, positive developments and still the potential for supply-and-distribution disruptions. The post Lingering impacts of COVID-19, market...
View ArticleWhat propane prices will do for the remainder of winter
Mark Rachal of Cost Management Solutions provides pricing data to help propane retailers strategize for the rest of winter. The post What propane prices will do for the remainder of winter appeared...
View ArticlePropane inventory getting tighter
Mark Rachal, director of research and publications for Cost Management Solutions, examines why propane inventory is getting tighter. The post Propane inventory getting tighter appeared first on LP Gas.
View ArticleCan the US stop Russian energy imports and supply Europe?
Mark Rachal, director of research and publications for Cost Management Solutions, examines the U.S. energy position in light of the events in Ukraine. The post Can the US stop Russian energy imports...
View ArticleCan the US replace Russia’s oil and gas supply to Europe?
Mark Rachal, director of research and publications at Cost Management Solutions, examines the ability of the U.S. to supply Europe with oil and gas. The post Can the US replace Russia’s oil and gas...
View ArticleCan propane play a part in Europe eliminating energy from Russia?
Mark Rachal, director of research and publications with Cost Management Solutions, examines how propane could help Europe separate from Russia's energy supply. The post Can propane play a part in...
View ArticleWhy Russia is winning the energy war
Mark Rachal, director of research and publications for Cost Management Solutions, examines why Russia is winning the energy war. The post Why Russia is winning the energy war appeared first on LP Gas.
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