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California allowance prices expected to rise as bank drawdown looms ā€“forecast

Published 18:37 on January 14, 2026 / Last updated at 18:37 on January 14, 2026 / / Americas (Compliance Markets & Taxes, US & Canada)

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California Carbon Allowances (CCAs) could see upward price pressure as the state's compliance instrument bank recedes and emissions begin to exceed the cap, according to an analyst forecast presented this week.
California Carbon Allowances (CCAs) could see upward price pressure as the state's compliance instrument bank recedes and emissions begin to exceed the cap, according to an analyst forecast presented this week.


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