Every gallon of natural gas liquids that trades in U.S. spot markets is benchmarked on OPIS pricing. LPG/NGL exports from the key Mont Belvieu, Texas hub are critical to worldwide trade, so real-time OPIS pricing is also a must-have for tracking markets in Europe, Asia and Central and South America.
Understand LPG/NGL Pricing and Market Activity in Context
As the market leader in LPG and NGL pricing for more than 40 years, OPIS is closely connected to the way the industry does business. Our price reporting reflects the unique realities of each region we cover. We never dictate to the market. We listen.
OPIS puts LP pricing into context with in-depth analysis of both the current and forward markets. Our real-time price tickers show active trading and price changes as they transpire. Our experts uncover the root causes of market dynamics. Breaking news alerts keep you instantly aware of market activity – so you can focus on business.
Daily reports: LPG/NGL pricing transparency, news alerts and analysis
OPIS reports include full-day spot pricing, news, insightful analysis and extensive forward market discovery for ethane, propane, butane and natural gasoline throughout North America. In Europe and Asia, OPIS editors track news and pricing, with a focus on international cargo movements and global arb trends.
LPG/NGL price tickers: real-time transparency around the clock
Our Global LPG Ticker tracks price relationships between European and Asian spot LPG markets and the influential Mont Belvieu hub. The North American Propane Ticker shows live spot propane price indications as they happen from the start of morning trade for Mont Belvieu, Conway, Canada and more.
Natural Gas Liquids Tools and Analytics
Make better calls faster with OPIS PointLogic’s NGL Module. Get real-time daily NGL production estimates, drill down on interactive maps, create custom watchlists, and get additional context from top analysts.
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Events & eLearning Opportunities
Find out about the OPIS NGL Supply & Market Basics eLearning Course
Join us at the OPIS NGL Summit
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