„Panică înainte de iarnă”. Depozitele de gaze ale UE au ajuns la cel mai scăzut nivel din ultimii 13 ani

Europe faces a winter with the lowest gas reserves in 13 years, filled only to 63%, significantly below the usual 80%. The ongoing conflict involving the US and Israel against Iran has disrupted gas exports, raising concerns about price volatility and potential increases in energy bills. Analysts predict that without the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, gas prices could exceed 100 euros per megawatt-hour. The UK, heavily reliant on gas imports, is particularly vulnerable, with minimal storage capacity. Despite no expected gas shortages, traders anticipate higher prices due to competition for liquefied natural gas shipments as temperatures drop.