NEI Energy Markets Report (January 1st - 5th)

Here's a summary of what went on in the energy markets last week:

Electricity prices were mixed throughout the country last week (see pages 1 & 2). Gas prices fell at the Henry Hub decreasing $0.14 to $5.50 / MMBtu (see page 4).

Uranium prices remained at $72 / lb U3O8 for the third week in a row (see page 7).

Crude oil prices decreased to $60.66 / barrel (see page 5).

Nuclear plant capacity availability averaged 99% last week. North Anna 1 experienced a reactor trip due to an electronic circuit card failure.

For the report click here (pdf). It is also located on NEI's Nuclear Statistics webpage.

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