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OPEC’s role in US propane exports

February 18, 2025 - By

This week, Mark Rachal, director of research and publications, explains how OPEC helped the United States become the world’s largest propane exporter. read more

Propane retailers advised not to ignore marketing trends

February 16, 2025 - By

Industry veteran Tom Jaenicke shares his analysis of each generation when it comes to marketing trends. read more

Outlook for crude and its impact on propane prices

February 10, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal, director of research and publications for Cost Management Solutions, explores crude's impact on propane prices. read more

January cold impacts US propane supply

February 3, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal examines the January cold's impact on U.S. propane supply and argues that confidence in propane supply remains high. read more

Propane speculation for retailers

January 27, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal explains how propane retailers can take long and short positions on propane. read more

Breakthrough energy innovations explored further

January 26, 2025 - By

Gordon Feller talks about power demand growth and the solutions required to meet that demand. read more

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The dreaded propane price spike

January 21, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal examines the recent price spikes in both crude and propane prices. read more

New year, new you? Aaron Huizenga looks back and plans ahead

January 16, 2025 - By

Aaron Huizenga reflects on the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025. read more

A look back at 2024 propane pricing

January 13, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal looks back at propane prices in 2024 to get a baseline for decisions on 2025-26 price protection. read more

5 propane industry questions for 2025

January 9, 2025 - By

It’s natural to wonder what the next 12 months will hold for each of us, but what about for the propane industry? Here are five questions to ponder. read more