Futures Market Mixed: Crude Oil Dips, Natural Gas Falls

Futures trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange saw a mixed day, with crude oil futures for January 2026 declining and natural gas futures for December 2025 dropping significantly. Heating oil futures also saw a substantial decrease. Despite the overall downward trend, some contracts for later dates, like crude oil in December 2028, actually increased. Market activity and investor sentiment varied, reflecting different market pressures and economic indicators.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.