First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG)
| Assets | $378.11M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.60% |
| PE Ratio | 8.10 |
| Shares Out | 16.35M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $0.68 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.92% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 13, 2024 |
| Payout Ratio | 27.07% |
| 1-Year Return | -5.92% |
| Volume | 259,309 |
| Open | 22.94 |
| Previous Close | 22.98 |
| Day's Range | 22.85 - 23.45 |
| 52-Week Low | 22.42 |
| 52-Week High | 28.72 |
| Beta | 1.80 |
| Holdings | 45 |
| Inception Date | May 8, 2007 |
About FCG
Fund Home PageThe First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the ISE-REVERE Natural Gas index. The fund tracks US companies that derive a substantial portion of their revenue from the exploration & production of natural gas. FCG was launched on May 8, 2007 and is issued by First Trust.
Top 10 Holdings
42.53% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| EQT Corporation | EQT | 5.36% |
| Western Midstream Partners, LP | WES | 4.85% |
| Hess Midstream LP | HESM | 4.71% |
| Expand Energy Corp Ordinary Shares - New | CHK | 4.42% |
| EOG Resources, Inc. | EOG | 4.30% |
| ConocoPhillips | COP | 4.02% |
| Coterra Energy Inc. | CTRA | 3.98% |
| Antero Resources Corporation | AR | 3.71% |
| Occidental Petroleum Corporation | OXY | 3.64% |
| Permian Resources Corporation | PR | 3.54% |
Dividends
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2024 | $0.121 | n/a |
| Sep 26, 2024 | $0.209 | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Jun 27, 2024 | $0.294 | Jun 28, 2024 |
| Mar 21, 2024 | $0.055 | Mar 28, 2024 |
| Dec 22, 2023 | $0.218 | Dec 29, 2023 |
| Sep 22, 2023 | $0.151 | Sep 29, 2023 |
News
FCG: Moving To Neutral On This Energy ETF
Natural gas prices have rallied in 2024, leading to increased production and potential oversupply. The opening of the Matterhorn Express Pipeline may further decrease Henry Hub prices, impacting natur...
FCG: EVs And The U.S. 'Grid' Will Maintain Demand For Natural Gas
First Trust Natural Gas ETF warrants a buy rating due to strong demand sources for natural gas, increasing EV infrastructure, and lack of alternative sources to power the grid. Electric vehicles requi...
Opportunity Today Is In Energy, Especially Oil And Gas - Chris DeMuth Jr.
Chris DeMuth Jr. discusses his investment strategy for 2023 and the current state of the market. He expresses his preference for the energy sector, particularly oil and gas, due to mispriced equities ...
FCG: Buy The Bottom In Natural Gas Prices
The First Trust Natural Gas ETF holds a portfolio of Oil & Gas equities, reflecting both the profits made from selling and transporting natural gas. The companies in the FCG portfolio have improved th...
FCG: A Good Fund Long-Term But No Momentum Short-Term
The First Trust Natural Gas ETF aims to provide investment results that correspond to the price and yield of the ISE-Revere Natural Gas Index. The fund's performance has been stagnant since 2022, pote...
FCG: A Fundamentally Sound Energy Transition Story
Energy stocks, particularly natural gas, are in a stronger financial position due to massive profits from the energy rally, despite currently being underpriced. The First Trust Natural Gas ETF is expe...
Under The Radar Strength In Commodity And Emerging Market Stocks (Technical Analysis)
Emerging markets and commodities are showing strength amid a weak USD, which has a historical negative correlation with these sectors. Risk-on currencies like the Australian Dollar and Canadian Dollar...
Eyeing Value Among High-Yield Energy Stocks: FCG A Buy
Natural gas prices plunged from near $10 in June last year to barely above $2 today. I see value in the FCG sell-down.
FCG: Negative Alpha Ahead In Natural Gas
Powell talked about inflation peaking out, particularly in the goods sector due to normalization of supply chains in the latest FOMC meeting. This gives rise to my bearish view on the natural gas indu...
FCG: Excellent Exposure To The Still Bullish Natural Gas Market
The First Trust Natural Gas ETF is chock full of U.S.-based E&P companies that derive a significant portion of their revenue from the production of natural gas. That's bullish considering - despite th...
The Energy Sector Is Now The Way To Go
After resisting the bear cycle this year better than any other sector, the energy sector has now been subjected to the same investor panic. S&P's Sector SPDR Energy Sector was the worst performer last...
FCG ETF: Prime Energy Exposure With A Fantastic Valuation
In this article, I start by explaining the long-term bull case for energy given subdued supply growth, and strong demand for natural gas and related energies. Energy stocks are still significantly und...
FCG: Highest E&P Exposure
The FCG ETF provides exposure to companies that derive a substantial portion of revenues from production of natural gas. FCG has 85% weight to Exploration and Production companies, vs. 30% and 70% for...
Final Trades: Uber, Industrials, Edison International & more
The "Halftime Report" traders give their top picks to watch for the second half.
Best-Performing Sector of 2022 Hits a Road Bump
Gains for the energy sector have been cut in half amid a pullback in oil prices.
First Trust Natural Gas ETF: Natural Gas Has More Upside
The natural gas bull market is one of the most important macro developments in the world, as it impacts every single supply chain on every continent. Natural gas has experienced a setback due to the F...
FCG Is Still Attractive (Bullish Nat Gas Strip Pricing)
The First Trust Natural Gas ETF is up 43% YTD but still appears to have more room to run - many of the holdings still look like values.
Here's where ETF trends are headed, according to Trackinsight's Giraud
CNBC's "Power Lunch" team discusses ETF trends with Jean-Rene Giraud, Trackinsight founder and CEO.
Investing In The Energy Transition: Preserving Resources And Capital
While the energy transition will be with us for many decades ahead, the nimbleness required for an investor in this space is mission one. The case of Pioneer Natural Resources and its evolving approac...
NatGas Shortage Fuels ETFs
Huge price spikes for the resource in Europe ahead of winter are driving short returns.
FCG ETF: Upside For Natural Gas Stocks In The Energy Bull Market
The FCG ETF holds a portfolio of energy sector stocks with exposure to natural gas production. The fund has outperformed other energy sector ETFs, benefiting from strong natural gas pricing.
Shipping Futures Power Top ETF Performer
With a near 250% year-to-date return, industrial shipping was the best reopening play.
First Trust Natural Gas ETF Has More Oil Than Gas
Natural gas prices will likely remain strong due to rising demand and flat supplies, which will benefit gas producers.