When it comes to trading energy, attention for most in the market will focus on crude oil, but other options do exist. In this Hot Topic we’re going to take a look at trading Natural Gas futures, how the price action differs from oil and what to look for in the months ahead. As with most commodities, there are a vast range of products for sale, but for this asset, the most commonly traded contract is US Natural Gas Futures. It’s priced in dollars per Metric Million British Thermal Units (MMBtu’s) and trades on the Chicago exchange from 5pm on a Sunday through to 4pm on a Friday local time. There’s a degree of ... (full story)