Asian LNG Spot Prices Reach Four-Month High on Geopolitical Risks

Trading Economics, Investing.com · Jul 19, 2026 00:00

Asian liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices have surged to their highest levels in four months, with the Japan-Korea Marker (JKM) trading at 20.985 USD/MMBTU as of July 19, 2026. This surge is driven by intensifying geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, raising concerns about potential disruptions to global energy supply chains.