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EU natural gas prices top €100 for first time since 2022

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Briefings

European natural gas prices reached a record high of over €100 per megawatt hour in October 2026, marking the first time since 2022. The EU claims adequate supply despite 72% storage capacity, while the UK government attempted to mitigate high energy bills. A separate incident saw 200 passengers stranded in Cambodia due to cancelled cruise ships caused by fuel cost surges.

Key points

• European natural gas prices peaked above €100 per megawatt hour in October 2026, the highest level recorded since 2022.
• The EU reported storage facilities are only 72% full, yet stated it is not worried about supplies.

Context

This finding indicates extreme volatility in European energy markets during the approaching winter season, with significant price spikes affecting both supply security perceptions and consumer costs across the region.

Limitations

Evidence covers only October 2026; specific regional price variations are not detailed. No data on exact peak values beyond the €100 threshold is provided.

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