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ERCOT real-time data · Houston zone · Updated 6 min ago
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Day-Ahead Price
$38.42/MWh
↓ 8.2% vs yesterdayHenry Hub Gas
$2.14/MMBtu
↓ 12% 30-dayGrid Demand
42.8GW
↑ 3% vs yesterdayRate Outlook
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Lock 24–36mo nowCommercial Rate Trend — Houston Zone (12mo)
Fixed rate ¢/kWh for small commercial accounts
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9.8May'25
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8.9Jan'26
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AI Analysis
Natural gas prices near 12-month lows are suppressing wholesale electricity costs. Summer demand spike typically begins late May — rates historically rise 15–22% in peak months. Window to lock 24–36 month contracts is open now. Recommend prioritizing renewals for accounts expiring before December.
Rate Alerts
All REPs < $0.088/kWh
24mo term
ActiveLast triggered: never
Reliant < $0.085/kWh
12mo term
TriggeredTriggered Apr 7
TXU < $0.090/kWh
36mo term
ActiveTriggered Jan 15
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Provider Scorecard
Based on your portfolio performance
| Provider | Avg Rate | Quote Close Rate | Avg Payment Delay | Commission Reliability | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | $0.091/kWh | 78% | 3 days | 98% | |
 | $0.089/kWh | 71% | 5 days | 96% | |
 | $0.093/kWh | 82% | 2 days | 99% | |
 | $0.087/kWh | 65% | 8 days | 91% | |
 | $0.088/kWh | 69% | 6 days | 94% | |
 | $0.086/kWh | 74% | 4 days | 97% |