Germany’s more than 40 gas storage facilities are just over half full, with underground reserves at 50.14% — the lowest mid‑August level in years and well below recent post‑Ukraine war winters. The shortfall stems mainly from Iran war disruptions closing the Strait of Hormuz, driving up global gas and LNG prices. Traders, expecting prices to fall if hostilities ease, are delaying injections despite government pressure. Germany’s target of 71% storage by November 1 is now deemed “virtually unattainable,” increasing winter supply and price concerns. Consumer groups urge households to review fixed‑price contracts as analysts forecast higher heating costs.
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