Venture Global's second-quarter liquefaction fee jumps 69% as Iran war lifts LNG prices

Venture Global reported average LNG liquefaction fees rose 69% in Q2 versus the prior three months, supported by higher global LNG prices. The firm attributed the pricing strength to supply disruptions after the Iran war, including impacts through the Strait of Hormuz. Overall, the update is a positive near-term earnings tailwind for the LNG value chain.

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Venture Global reported average LNG liquefaction fees rose 69% in Q2 versus the prior three months, supported by higher global LNG prices. The firm attributed the pricing strength to supply disruptions after the Iran war, including impacts through the Strait of Hormuz. Overall, the update is a positive near-term earnings tailwind for the LNG value chain.