Supply and demand forecasts drive natural gas prices higher

• Natural gas prices surged 12.94% to $3.63, driven by short-term supply issues and growing long-term demand.
• The U.S. current account deficit widened by $35.9 billion (+13.1%) to $310.9 billion, representing 4.2% of GDP.
• The technology sector declined 2.78% to $2,339, reflecting the Federal Reserve’s continued tight monetary policy.

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