This website offers free weekly and quarterly reports based on the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI). UPI is a stock index of global companies that ship liquefied natural gas, founded in 2020.
The Index comprises 19 publicly traded LNG shipping companies like Nakilat, Golar LNG, Flex LNG, Dynagas Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, and Shell. We measure the performance of LNG shipping companies for investors, analysts, and LNG shippers. Visit UP-Indices.com for more information about UPI.
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Last update: January 11th, 2025 (Source: UP-Indices.com)
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UP World LNG Shipping Index is a rules-based stock index family designed to show and measure the performance of world publicly traded companies and partnerships involved in the maritime transport of liquefied natural gas (LNG).
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Market volatility and winter demand
January 14th, 2025: As winter gets underway, there is growing hope for companies with modern boats to announce new long-term contracts. Spot rates may not have moved yet, but demand for LNG is growing, and shipping efficiency will play an increasing role, especially with potential re-routing between Europe and Asia. Read or listen more…
LNG shipping stocks climb on thin trading
January 7th, 2025: LNG shipping stocks saw broad gains in a low-volume, holiday-shortened trading week. Flex LNG led with a 10.7% increase, followed by New Fortress Energy (+10%) and Awilco LNG (+8.3%). Other notable gainers included Cool Company (+7.2%), BP (+5.2%), and Shell (+4.6%). Read or listen more…
Modest gains despite low trading activity
December 31st, 2024: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) outpaced the S&P 500, gaining 2.46% as the broader market rose by 0.67%. Despite this recovery during the shortened Christmas week, the UPI faced uncertainty as moving averages signaled mixed trends and trading activity remained subdued. Seasonal factors, such as the onset of winter, drove natural gas prices higher, though this did not translate to increased LNG tanker spot rates. Read or listen more…
Awaited decline arrived
December 24, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) decreased by 3.36% last week, closing at 158.18 points, while the S&P 500 lost 1.99%. The decline in the UPI coincided with global market downturns, influenced by the Federal Reserve meeting and early-week losses in the LNG shipping sector. The index breached significant support levels, including the long-term MA-40 moving average. Read or listen more…
Market uncertainty and low traded volume
December 17th, 2024: The UPI continues to move sideways, hovering around the MA40 long-term moving average (equivalent to the 200-day average). The shorter MA10 moving average (equivalent to the 50-day moving average) is nearing it from above. The situation is, therefore, unclear, with negative features such as low spot rates dominating the perception in our view. These negative factors are now perceived as more important than the long-term and positive ones. Read or listen more…
Another volatile week and insights for the road ahead
December 10th, 2024: Geopolitical turbulence, including South Korea’s brief martial law and Chinese manoeuvres near Taiwan, failed to sway global markets significantly. The sector faces a first “mature crisis,” with investor caution likely persisting until spring. However, strategic management actions, such as debt restructuring and adapting to market trends like the phase-out of steam-powered tankers, will be pivotal in navigating these headwinds. Despite these challenges, the critical role of LNG shipping in global energy supply continues to grow. Read or listen more…
Uncertain future amid spot rates pressures
December 3rd, 2024: The LNG shipping sector faces a challenging landscape, as highlighted by the contrasting trends in UPI TCE and spot rates. While the UPI TCE for the last quarter averaged $73,000 daily, it is projected to fall to $70,000 per day, reflecting a notable drop from earlier highs. This decline contrasts with spot rates, which are under pressure due to negative trends and growing gas prices. These dynamics are reshaping market behaviour, with tankers being diverted to Europe and potentially used for floating storage, which could stabilise or reverse spot rate declines. Read or listen more…
Older Reports
Two season peaks? LNG demand trends in transition
November 26th, 2024: The LNG shipping sector faces a mixed outlook amid seasonal and market dynamics. While the slow onset of winter has impacted the industry, increasing demand for natural gas in Asia is boosting prices, particularly for electricity generation. Companies with long-term contracts continue to show resilience, achieving solid Time Charter Equivalents despite challenges from weak spot rates. Read or listen more…
Q3 results moved the market
November 19th, 2024: The LNG shipping sector presented a mix of gains and challenges during the past week, shaped by fluctuating spot rates and evolving market dynamics. During the first earning calls, spot rates and dividends were the main themes. Meanwhile, the global fleet started gradually rejuvenating, with older vessels being phased out in favour of more efficient ships. Read or listen more…
A week of gains amid strategic expansions
November 12th, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), which tracks LNG shipping companies globally, rose 1.49% last week. This period was marked by varied performances among companies, influenced by third-quarter results and post-election developments in the U.S. Read or listen more…
Still, the spot rates
November 5th, 2024: LNG shipping stocks are currently facing a challenging market environment, as evidenced by recent declines in the UP World LNG Shipping Index and spot charter rates. Companies with long-term contracts benefit from stability, while those without such agreements remain at risk due to fluctuating spot rates. Read or listen more…
Low trading volume
August 27th, 2024: LNG shipping stocks saw a modest rise last week, with the UP World LNG Shipping Index gaining 1.45%, mirroring the performance of the S&P 500. Despite the overall growth, the market remained subdued due to low trading volumes. The market’s mixed performance highlights ongoing challenges, particularly for companies dealing with low charter rates and expiring contracts. Read or listen more…
Record highs amid global market volatility and winter preparations
August 20th, 2024: LNG shipping stocks saw significant gains last week, with the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) reaching an all-time high, driven by positive sentiment in global markets and the onset of winter preparations. Key contributors included Japanese companies like Kawasaki Kishen Kaisha and U.S.-listed firms such as Excelerate Energy and Flex LNG. While some oil and gas drilling companies also experienced modest gains, most declines were minimal. The performance suggests a robust outlook for the LNG shipping sector, bolstered by increased demand for electricity in regions like South Asia. Read or listen more…
Market turbulence affects shippers with mixed results
Navigating short-term declines and long-term optimism amid market volatility
August 6th, 2024: The market experienced a global sell-off, affecting perspectives despite the UPI’s weekly chart basis. The upcoming LNG season is expected to be stronger. This positive long-term sentiment suggests that current declines could be seen as buying opportunities. Additionally, the UPI was rebalanced, incorporating Tsakos Energy Navigation (NASDAQ: TSE) as a new constituent. Read or listen more…
Low trading volume
August 27th, 2024: LNG shipping stocks saw a modest rise last week, with the UP World LNG Shipping Index gaining 1.45%, mirroring the performance of the S&P 500. Despite the overall growth, the market remained subdued due to low trading volumes. The market’s mixed performance highlights ongoing challenges, particularly for companies dealing with low charter rates and expiring contracts. Read or listen more…
Record highs amid global market volatility and winter preparations
August 20th, 2024: LNG shipping stocks saw significant gains last week, with the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) reaching an all-time high, driven by positive sentiment in global markets and the onset of winter preparations. Key contributors included Japanese companies like Kawasaki Kishen Kaisha and U.S.-listed firms such as Excelerate Energy and Flex LNG. While some oil and gas drilling companies also experienced modest gains, most declines were minimal. The performance suggests a robust outlook for the LNG shipping sector, bolstered by increased demand for electricity in regions like South Asia. Read or listen more…
Market turbulence affects shippers with mixed results
Navigating short-term declines and long-term optimism amid market volatility
August 6th, 2024: The market experienced a global sell-off, affecting perspectives despite the UPI’s weekly chart basis. The upcoming LNG season is expected to be stronger. This positive long-term sentiment suggests that current declines could be seen as buying opportunities. Additionally, the UPI was rebalanced, incorporating Tsakos Energy Navigation (NASDAQ: TSE) as a new constituent. Read or listen more…
Strong gains amid broader economic optimism
Uptrend still continues
September 17th, 2024: LNG shipping stocks continued their uptrend last week, with the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gaining 0.37%, while the S&P 500 rose by 4.02%. Most companies in the UPI saw moderate growth. Read or listen more…
A hard week
September 10th, 2024: Last week, the liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipping sector faced significant challenges, as stocks across the industry experienced sharp declines. The UP World LNG Shipping Index, which tracks listed LNG shipping companies, dropped by 4.88%, while the S&P 500 saw a similar 4.25% decrease.
Despite these challenges, the sector remains resilient due to long-term charters and upcoming winter demand, though nearly all companies saw stock price declines. Read or listen more…
UPI outperforms S&P 500 amid mixed market performance
September 3rd, 2024: LNG shipping stocks had a mixed performance last week, with the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gaining 0.50%, outpacing the S&P 500, which rose by 0.24%. Despite the overall increase, trading volumes continued to decline, reflecting a cautious market sentiment. Read or listen more…
Market correction and volatility impact UPI performance
Holiday decline
An Asian correction
A positive sentiment continues
July 9, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index gained 4.40%. This surge was driven by positive market sentiment and a Louisiana court’s preliminary cancellation of the moratorium on new U.S. LNG export projects. Read or listen more…
Rising into summer
July 2, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 3.24% last week. Key drivers of this increase were Korea Line Corporation, Nakilat and Golar LNG, among others. The sentiment on LNG shipping remains positive. Read or listen more…
Summer season is near
June 25, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index gained 1.17% last week, correcting the previous week’s drop. Of the constituents, the most gained Flex LNG, followed by Golar LNG. Awilco LNG and Japan companies led the drop. With the nearing end of the second quarter, the summer season is close, which will bring positive momentum for LNG shipping stocks. Read or listen more…
A temporary decline
Volatility rises again
June 11, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) continues to move mildly; last week, it grew again. This time, however, the index’s slight movements hide the more turbulent development of individual companies, although the traded volume returned to the average. Read or listen more…
A volatile week on markets
June 4, 2024: Last week was very volatile for all stock markets, especially on Wednesday. The latter part of the week was positive for most U.S.-listed LNG shippers. UPI showed small movements but still maintained high levels for the year. Comparison with SPX shows that even the small rise was a good result. Read or listen more…
LNG shipping stocks paused
Mild rise confirmed by many
Awaited breakthrough arrived
May 14, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 7.08 points or 4.65% last week, reaching a closing value of 152.38 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, gained 1.85%. Read or listen more…
Preparation for a bullish move?
May 7, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 1.92 points or 1.24% last week, reaching a closing value of 152.38 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, gained 0.55%. Read or listen more…
Will to grow
April 30, 2024
The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 0.06 points or 0.04% last week, reaching a closing value of 154.30 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, gained 2.67%. Read or listen more…
A doji week
April 23, 2024
The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) demonstrated resilience last week, gaining 1.54 points or 1.01% and closing at 152.82 points. This index, which tracks companies specializing in LNG shipping, outperformed the S&P 500 (SPX) index, a benchmark for US stocks, which experienced a 3.05% decline. Read or listen more…
Waiting for a trend
April 16, 2024
The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 1.84 points or 1.19% last week, reaching a closing value of 152.82 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, lost 1.55%. Read or listen more…
Swings inside the index
April 9, 2024
The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 2.21 points or 1.45% last week, reaching a closing value of 154.66 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, lost 0.95%. Read or listen more…
Sliding down
April 2, 2024
The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) declined by 1.28 points or 0.83% last week, reaching a closing value of 152.45 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, gained 0.4%. Read or listen more…
Back in 2023
March 26, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) declined by 1.29 points or 0.83% last week, reaching a closing value of 155.02 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, gained 2.29%. Read or listen more…
Calm index, wild constituents
March 19, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) stayed the same and declined by 0.09 points or 0.06% last week, reaching a closing value of 155.02 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, lost 0.78%. Read or listen more…
LNG shipping stocks still go sideways
March 12, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 2.94 points or 1.86% last week, reaching a closing value of 155.11 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, gained 0.95%. Read or listen more…
The Q4 results were not helpful
March 5, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 0.48 points or 0.31% last week, reaching a closing value of 158.06 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, gained 0.95%. Read or listen more…
Between two ranges
February 27, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) dropped by 0.88 points or 0.56% last week, reaching a closing value of 158.46 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, gained 1.66%. Read or listen more…
Bounced up, but not enough
February 20, 2024: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) increased by 4.68 points or 3.05% last week, reaching a closing value of 158.46 points. This index monitors the stocks of companies that specialise in LNG shipping. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing US stocks, witnessed a decline of 0.42%. Read or listen more…
The off-season started
February 13, 2024: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 6.61 points or 4.12%, closing at 153.77 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 1.37%. Read or listen more…
LNG shipping stocks: Moving in a range
February 6, 2024: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 2.92 points or 1.77%, closing at 163.28 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 1.38%. Read or listen more…
LNG shipping stocks: Up or down?
January 30, 2024: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 1.22 points or 0.75%, closing at 163.28 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 1.06%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Is a change coming?
January 23, 2024: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 0.12 points or 0.08%, closing at 162.06 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 1.17%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Decline after gains
January 16, 2024: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 1. 54 points or 0.94%, closing at 162.18 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 1.84%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: The new all-time high again
January 9, 2024: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 5.05 points or 3.18%, closing at 163.72 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a loss of 1.52%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Minor correction after the huge gain
January 2, 2024: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) stayed at the previous level, losing 3.48 points or 2.15%, closing at 158.67 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 0.32%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: New all-time highs
December 26, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) achieved a new all-time high last week, with a gain of 13.66 points or 9.20%, closing at 162.15 points. This index tracks the performance of companies involved in the maritime transportation of liquefied natural gas. On the other hand, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, which represents the performance of U.S. stocks, showed a modest increase of only 0.75%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Mild Fed’s gains
December 19, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) stayed at the previous level, gaining 3.79 points or 2.62%, closing at 148.50 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 2.49%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: A negative wave
December 12, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) stayed at the previous level, losing 3.36 points or 2.27%, closing at 144.70 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 0.21%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: A calm week with a hidden storm
December 5, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) stayed at the previous level, losing just 0.01 points or 0.01%, closing at 148.06 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 0.77%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Japanese gains
November 28, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 1.82 points or 1.24%, closing at 148.07 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 1%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Good news pushed prices up
November 21, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 4.26 points or 3%, closing at 146.25 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 2.24%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Volatility
November 14, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 5.46 points or 3.70%, closing at 141.99 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 1.31%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Volatile week meant a small decline in the UP Index
November 7, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 0.41 points or 0.28%, closing at 147.86 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 5.85%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: The hidden power
October 31, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 2.97 points or 1.97%, closing at 147.86 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a loss of 2.53%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Red is back
October 24, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 2.61 points or 1.70%, closing at 150.83 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a loss of 2.39%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: A positive trend continues
October 17, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 5.07 points or 3.42%, closing at 153.45 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 0.45%, nearly similar to a week before. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: A positive decline?
October 10, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 3.90 points or 2.56%, closing at 148.37 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, experienced a gain of 0.48%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: A week of sellers
October 3, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 2.33 points or 1.51%, closing at 152.27 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, also experienced a loss of 0.74%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Still in the highest resistance area
September 26, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) lost 1.24 points or 0.80%, closing at 154.60 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, also experienced a loss of 2.93%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: The Asian growth
September 19, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 3.81 points or 2.51%, closing at 155.85 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, also experienced a loss of 0.16%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Volatility is here again
September 12, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 1.86 points or 1.24%, closing at 152.04 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, also experienced a loss of 1.29%. Read more….
LNG shipping stocks: SPX made UPI to gain
September 5, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) gained 3.21 points or 2.18%, closing at 150.18 points. This index tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, also experienced a gain of 2.50%. The past week was more positive than the previous three, and one two-digit gainer appeared. The most important thing is that these gains took prices above the support ledges, making the next rise easier. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Decline below the resistance
August 29, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), which tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies, lost 1.57 points or 1.06%, closing at 146.97 points. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, also experienced a gain of 0.82%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: So strong resistance
April 22, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), which tracks the performance of LNG shipping companies, lost 3.51 points or 2.31%, closing at 148.55 points. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, also experienced a decline of 2.11%. UPI’s decline began just a week after SPX started declining. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Decline below the resistance
August 15, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, lost 2.57 points or 1.66%, closing at 152.06 points. The S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, lost 0.31%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: A six-week growth
August 15, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, rose for the sixth consecutive week. UPI increased by 0.33 points or 0.21%, reaching 154.63 points. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, lost 2.27%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: The last resistance area to overcome
August 1, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the only stock index concentrating on LNG shipping firms, rose for the fifth consecutive week. UPI increased by 1.43 points or 1.50%, reaching 154.30 points. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, gained only 1.01%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Optimism persists
July 25, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the only stock index concentrating on LNG shipping firms, saw a rise for the fourth consecutive week. UPI increased by 2.44 points or 1.62%, reaching 150.44. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, gained only 0.69%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Slight rise of UPI masks dramatic events
July 18, 2023: Last week, there was a slight increase in the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the only stock index in the world that focuses on LNG shipping companies. UPI gained 0.77 points or 0.51%, reaching 150.44. In comparison, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, gained 2.42%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks are on the rise, returning to their previous range
July 11, 2023: Last week, there was a slight increase in the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the only stock index in the world that focuses on LNG shipping companies. UPI gained 6.48 points or 4.53%, reaching 149.67. In comparison, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, lost 1.16%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: An exhausting rise
July 04, 23: Last week, there was a slight increase in the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the only stock index in the world that focuses on LNG shipping companies. It gained 1.88 points or 1.33%, reaching 143.18. However, it failed to reach its previous range despite some companies generating profits. In comparison, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, representing U.S. stocks, gained 2.35%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: The U.S. decline
June 27, 2023: Last week, there was a decline in the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the only stock index concentrating on LNG shipping companies. The index lost 4.39 points or 3.01%, reaching 141.31. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, which depicts U.S. stocks, dropped by 1.39%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Gathering power for next move
June 20, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, experienced a 0.50% decline. In comparison, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, which represents U.S. stocks, had a 2.58% gain. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Rising back to a sideway area
June 13, 2023: Last week, the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, experienced a 2.19% increase. In comparison, the S&P 500 (SPX) index, which represents U.S. stocks, had a 0.39% gain. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: UPI is supposed to rise
June 6, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, lost 0.12% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index gained 1.83%. Read more..1
LNG shipping stocks: Waiting on support lines
May 30, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, lost 0.1% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index gained 0.32%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Decline, but not a downtrend yet
May 22, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, lost 2.79% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index gained 1.63%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: All options are still open
May 15, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, gained 0.5% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index lost 0.28%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Time to choose a way
May 8, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, lost 2.34% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index also lost 0.8%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: A positive decline
May 2, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, lost 1.77% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index gained 0.87%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Most constituents of UPI lost
April 25, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, lost 0.87% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index lost 0.1%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Strong and optimistic rise
April 18, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, gained 3.87% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index gained 0.8%. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Fourth week of small gains
April 11, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, gained 0.96% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index lost 0.1%. Especially non-U.S. companies pushed UPI higher. UPI rose for the fourth time. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Double-digit gainers but paid dividends dominated
April 3, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, gained 0.41% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index gained 3.48%. Even with this slight rise, double-digit gainers have occurred. Read more…
LNG shipping stocks: Growth after two weeks of decline
March 28, 2023: The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), the world’s only stock index focused on LNG shipping companies, gained 1.41% last week. U.S. stocks represented by the S&P 500 (SPX) index gained 1.39%. Growth could have been better, but the palette of movement of individual companies was quite varied. Read more…
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UP Indices: Nervousness affected also the LNG shipping stocks
November 2, 2020: The UP World LNG Shipping Index, the world’s only stock index focused on companies in the LNG shipping sector, lost nearly 5 points, or 7.8%, last week. This decline came on Wednesday and affected all markets. Some companies were able to reduce their losses. Read more…
UP Indices: Strong growth accompanied by rising shipping rates
October 26, 2020: The UP World LNG Shipping Index, the world’s only stock index focused on companies in the LNG shipping sector, added 2.88 points, or 4.76%, last week. Read more…
Minimal growth hides various stock movements
October 18, 2020: The UP World LNG Shipping Index, the world’s only stock index focused on companies in the LNG shipping sector, added 0.2 point, or 0.33%, last week. Read more…
Stocks of LNG Shipping Companies Interrupted The Decline
October 12, 2020: The UP World LNG Shipping Index, the world’s only stock index focused on companies in the LNG shipping sector, rose to 60.42 points, or 5.13%, last week. It interrupted the decline, which began in late September. Read more…
Q1 2024
LNG shipping stocks performed poorly due to a warm winter and high natural gas storage, which led to a shorter peak season. The LNG shipping sector, as represented by the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), slowed down in the first quarter of this year, declining by 1.32%. Read or listen more…
Q4 2023
January 15, 2024: During the fourth quarter of last year, the LNG shipping sector, represented by the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), strengthened and gained 4.20%. The S&P 500 (SPX) index gained 11.24% during the same period. Read more…
Q3 2023
November 6, 2023: During the third quarter of this year, the LNG shipping sector, represented by the UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI), strengthened and gained 1.74%. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SPX) index lost 2.52% during the same period. Read more…
Q2 2023
July 21, 2023: The year 2022 was very successful for LNG shipping stocks. However, since the start of this year, the LNG market has stabilized, resulting in a slowdown in the LNG shipping sector. The UP World LNG Shipping Index (UPI) declined 3.79% in the second quarter, while the S&P 500 (SPX) index saw gains of 8.41% in the first quarter and 14.26% in the first half of the year. Read more…
Alphabetical order of constituents:
- Awilco LNG ASA
- BP p.l.c.
- Capital Clear Energy Carriers Corp.
- Cool Company Limited
- Chevron Corporation
- Dynagas LNG Partners LP
- Excelerate Energy, Inc.
- Exmar N.V.
- Flex LNG Ltd.
- Golar LNG Limited
- Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” Line)
- Korea Line Corporation (SM Korea Line)
- MISC Berhad
- Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL)
- New Fortress Energy Inc.
- Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK)
- Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat)
- Shell plc
- Tsakos Energy Navigation Limited
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