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Consumer Sentiment Lowest Since 2022
The University of Michigan preliminary survey of consumer sentiment for March dropped by 11% to 57.9. Read more
Report: Datacenter Demand Just the Beginning
Surging demand across the U.S. must be met by increased capacity and an all-of-the-above approach that utilizes affordable and reliable energy sources. Read more
Einstein Bros.® Bagels Opts for 24/7 Renewable Energy
Einstein Bros.® Bagels and ENGIE share ambitions for a carbon neutral world. Read more
Wholesale Inflation Surprise
The Producer Price Index (PPI) for final demand was unchanged in February, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. Read more
ERCOT, NEPOOL: The Divergent Encore
Risk on in ERCOT and risk off in NEPOOL remains the story. Read more
Forwards in Focus
If you are looking for an opportunity, this analysis of forward curves could help. Read more
Upcoming webinar: PJM Market Overview
Join us for our upcoming April 1 webinar: 2025 PJM Market Overview. Read more
Nat Gas Surplus Slips Away
When winter started, natural gas inventories were well above the five-year average and threatening to exceed the upper range. Read more
Housing Permits, Starts Slide
Housing completions are up but starts and permits are down according to the US Census Bureau. Housing represents a 16.2% share of GDP. Read more
Consumer Sentiment Falls in February
Consumer confidence plays a pivotal role in shaping demand patterns that impact investments and resource allocation. Read more