Price rises continue to frighten the markets

24 April 2008

Market price rises causing players to look at the long term.

Record highs have been seen in gas and power as markets continue to rise on fuel fundamentals. Little can be done at these levels but players are forecasting that the markets will not stop here as many of the large customers must hedge for longer periods.


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