Electricity market trends in Europe: Price fluctuations, demand decline and renewable energy shortfalls in late March 2025 Read More »

Electricity market trends in Europe: Price fluctuations, demand decline and renewable energy shortfalls in late March 2025

In the last week of March 2025, electricity prices in Europe showed mixed trends. A decline in wind energy production led to price increases in some markets, despite falling demand and lower gas and CO₂ prices. Croatia and Greece saw the highest percentage increases in electricity prices, rising by 20.41% and 14.18%, respectively, while Serbia

Brent oil, gas and CO2 futures: Market trends and influences in the fourth week of March Read More »

Brent oil, gas and CO2 futures: Market trends and influences in the fourth week of March

In the fourth week of March, Brent oil futures continued their upward trajectory, reaching a weekly maximum settlement price of $74.03/bbl on Thursday, March 27, the highest since late February. On Friday, March 28, prices slightly declined to $73.63/bbl, still 2.0% higher than the previous Friday. The rise in prices was influenced by US tariff

European electricity prices in late March: Trends, drops and market forecasts for April Read More »

European electricity prices in late March: Trends, drops and market forecasts for April

In the fourth week of March, average electricity prices decreased in most major European markets compared to the previous week. However, prices increased in the EPEX SPOT markets of Germany, Belgium, France, and the Netherlands, with increases ranging from 9.2% in the Dutch market to 25% in the French market. On the other hand, the

Europe: Gas prices see volatility amid speculation on Russian supply and tightening storage levels Read More »

Europe: Gas prices see volatility amid speculation on Russian supply and tightening storage levels

European natural gas prices in Week 11 of 2025 saw significant fluctuations, particularly on Monday, March 10, when prices hit their lowest for the week. This drop followed comments by Russian President Vladimir Putin, who suggested that a potential energy cooperation deal between Moscow and Washington could boost Russian gas supplies to Europe. Despite the

Region: SEE electricity prices drop in Week 11 of 2025 amid warmer temperatures and lower demand Read More »

Region: SEE electricity prices drop in Week 11 of 2025 amid warmer temperatures and lower demand

In Week 11 of 2025, electricity prices across Southeast Europe (SEE) dropped significantly due to warmer temperatures and lower electricity demand, despite rising CO2 prices and gas prices climbing above €40/MWh again after falling below that threshold in the previous week. All SEE markets experienced a decline in electricity prices. Initially, prices were on the

Europe: Oil, gas and CO2 prices see fluctuations in the second week of March amid global concerns Read More »

Europe: Oil, gas and CO2 prices see fluctuations in the second week of March amid global concerns

During the second week of March, oil, gas, and CO2 futures prices experienced fluctuations due to a mix of global economic concerns and geopolitical tensions. Brent oil futures for the Front Month in the ICE market reached their weekly low on Monday, March 10, settling at $69.28 per barrel, the lowest price since September 11,

Region: SEE electricity market overview – Week 10, 2025 Read More »

Region: SEE electricity market overview – Week 10, 2025

In the tenth week of 2025, electricity prices across Southeast Europe (SEE) dropped significantly, driven by warmer temperatures that reduced demand. Additionally, a decline in gas prices eased electricity market pressures throughout Europe. Most SEE markets experienced double-digit price declines, with the exception of Italy. While the week began with an upward price trend, a

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