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Super El Niño Could Ease Asia’s LNG Supply Concerns
oilprice.com · October 13, 2026 · Week 2026-42
Summary
A predicted super El Niño is expected to lead to a warmer winter in key Asian markets like Japan, South Korea, and China, potentially reducing their LNG demand. This could free up spot LNG cargoes for Europe, which is struggling with low gas storage levels, especially as supply from Qatar remains severely disrupted by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Strategic Implication
This highlights how global weather patterns can significantly impact LNG price volatility and trade flows, potentially offering a bearish counterweight to the bullish pressure from geopolitical supply disruptions in the Middle East.