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3 Energy Stocks to Watch Now as LNG Demand SurgesAuthor: Chris Markoch. Article Published: 4/10/2026. 
Key Points
- Global LNG markets are tightening as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Qatar drive increased demand for U.S. natural gas exports, which are projected to grow significantly.
- Cheniere Energy and Venture Global are positioned to benefit from higher LNG prices and expanding export capacity.
- Range Resources offers upstream exposure, supplying natural gas that feeds the growing LNG export market.
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The U.S. conflict with Iran hasn't only disrupted oil flowing through the Strait of Hormuz — it has also put pressure on liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies. Despite a tenuous ceasefire reached on April 7, the strategic waterway — which handles about 20% of global oil — also carries more than 80% of Asia's LNG and a significant share of LNG bound for Europe. More broadly, Iran's retaliatory attacks on Qatar have been a major source of disruption to the global LNG market. Qatar exports roughly 10 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) of LNG — about 20% of the world's supply.
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For investors, the takeaway is straightforward: global disruptions are boosting demand for U.S. LNG exports. Taiwan has already announced plans to increase U.S. LNG imports starting in June, and more countries are expected to follow. The United States is planning to increase its LNG export capacity between 2025 and 2030, potentially growing to roughly 30 Bcf/d. That makes the current developments especially important. With limited spare capacity at existing U.S. export facilities, prices on current shipments are likely to rise in the near term, and many companies should see volume gains as new supply comes online. So, as crude prices fall, instead of abandoning the energy sector entirely, a more thoughtful approach may be to pivot away from oil-focused names and toward companies that will help meet rising LNG demand. The Largest Player Answers the CallCheniere Energy (NYSE: LNG) is an obvious beneficiary of higher LNG prices. As the largest exporter of LNG in the United States, CEO Jack Fusco says the company is responding to increased demand from Asia. There is, however, only so much Cheniere can do in the short term to raise supply, which makes its existing inventory more valuable. Investors will get more clarity when Cheniere reports earnings on April 30. It’s worth noting that the recent LNG infrastructure disruptions occurred after Cheniere's last earnings report in February. At that time some investors worried the stock was priced for perfection following a multi-year run. That outlook may shift as the firm is likely to meet or exceed the strong revenue and earnings growth it posted in the prior quarter. Analyst sentiment supports that optimism. Over the past 30 days multiple analysts have raised their price targets for LNG, with many targets well above the consensus price target of $291.88. Overall, the stock carries a Moderate Buy rating. An LNG Growth Story With a TailwindIf Cheniere is the established giant, Venture Global (NYSE: VG) is a company that could grow into the moment. Venture Global converts U.S.-produced natural gas into LNG for export — a business model well suited to the current crisis. Venture Global has expansion plans that are not yet finalized, but the current disruption provides meaningful momentum as the company works to secure financing and finalize sales agreements. That pipeline of future capacity is exactly what global buyers are seeking right now. The company has moved quickly to lock in demand, announcing five-year LNG purchase agreements with Trafigura and Vitol that begin this year. That comes on top of revenue of $4.5 billion last quarter, a nearly threefold year-over-year increase. The combination of surging demand and an aggressive expansion pipeline makes Venture Global a compelling growth opportunity. For investors with a longer time horizon, the near-term momentum may help offset concerns about the company's debt load. Analysts are generally bullish on VG, with a consensus price target of $15.70 — implying upside of over 10%. Since March, nearly a dozen analysts have upgraded Venture Global or raised their price targets, and many of those targets sit well above the consensus. Tapping Into LNG at the SourceThe LNG export story doesn't end at Gulf Coast terminals. For LNG to be chilled, loaded and shipped to energy-starved markets across Asia and Europe, the fuel first has to be produced. That's where Range Resources (NYSE: RRC) fits into the investment thesis. Range Resources produces natural gas from Pennsylvania's Marcellus Shale — the largest natural gas field in the United States. The company reports roughly 30 years of undrilled inventory and a break-even price of about $2.50 per million British thermal units. Approximately 25% of its natural gas sales go to LNG export markets and premium Gulf of Mexico buyers. Direct exposure to LNG demand differentiates Range from large integrated oil majors like ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM) or Chevron (NYSE: CVX). As LNG export volumes rise and prices remain elevated, demand for the upstream natural gas that feeds export terminals should increase — and Range is well positioned to benefit in both the near and medium terms. RRC is up about 28% in the three months ending April 8 and is trading near its consensus price target of $43.06. With projected earnings growth of more than 43% over the next 12 months and rising price targets across the street, investors are buying into tangible growth rather than chasing momentum. |
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