Energy & Heating FuelsMCX
Natural Gas (MCX Henry Hub)
Authentic Real-Time MCX Quotation (per mmBtu)
₹334.50++₹0.00 (+0.00%)
Market Hours: 09:00 AM - 11:30 PM / 11:55 PM IST•Tick: ₹0.10 per mmBtu
Price Movement Trend
Official MCX Contract Specifications & Lot Sizes
Standard Contract Lot1250 mmBtu
Mini / Micro Contract Size250 mmBtu (Natural Gas Mini)
Minimum Tick Size₹0.10 per mmBtu
Estimated Trading Margin22% - 28% margin
Exchange & Trading WindowMCX
Benchmark Grade & PurityMCX Natural Gas Futures Benchmark
Description: Natural Gas is the cleanest fossil fuel, widely utilized for power generation, city gas distribution (CNG/PNG), and fertilizer synthesis. Characterized by high seasonal weather volatility.
Growth Catalysts & Bullish Drivers
- Extreme summer cooling electricity surges and winter heating drawdowns
- LNG export terminal demand connecting domestic hubs to European and Asian buyers
- Fertilizer and power generation sector consumption in India
Downside Risks & Volatility Factors
- Rapid inventory build-ups during mild spring/autumn shoulder seasons
- High leverage and large daily percentage swings