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Gas supply jitters begin rattling industry pockets

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March 12, 2026

Concerns over disruptions in natural gas and LPG supplies are beginning to affect operations in some industries, though others say the impact so far remains limited.

- ISHITA AYAN DUTT, ANJALI SINGH, SHIVANI SHINDE, SHARLEEN D'SOUZA & GULVEEN AULAKH

At least two major steel producers said the shortage has started to affect certain downstream processes, although the disruption is not yet severe. One industry executive said natural gas or propane is commonly used in furnaces, meaning production cannot remain entirely insulated from supply constraints.

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