Regulator Determines Australia's Gas Market Interventions Are Insufficient
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 01 2025
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Source: Reuters
Ineffectiveness of Government Measures: The Australian government's interventions to increase domestic gas supply and lower prices have not significantly improved market conditions, according to the ACCC, and may even heighten the risk of a gas shortfall.
Concerns Over Future Supply: The ACCC warns of a potential gas shortage in Australia's southern states by mid-2026, exacerbated by changes to the gas supply mechanism that have reduced incentives for LNG producers to contribute to the domestic market.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
