First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG)
| Assets | $718.94M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.59% |
| PE Ratio | 11.22 |
| Forward PE | 8.56 |
| Shares Out | 22.15M |
| Dividend | $0.66 (2.05%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 24, 2026 |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Payout Ratio | 23.07% |
| Volume | 558,625 |
| Open | 32.32 |
| Previous Close | 32.30 |
| Day's Range | 31.87 - 32.41 |
| 52-Week Low | 21.95 |
| 52-Week High | 33.03 |
| Beta | 0.60 |
| Holdings | 44 |
| 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 Nasdaq FactSet Natural Gas index. The fund seeks to track an index of US-listed companies involved in the exploration, production, and midstream activities of natural gas. FCG was launched on May 8, 2007 and is issued by First Trust.
Top 10 Holdings
42.30% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ConocoPhillips | COP | 4.85% |
| EOG Resources, Inc. | EOG | 4.72% |
| Devon Energy Corporation | DVN | 4.38% |
| Range Resources Corporation | RRC | 4.24% |
| Occidental Petroleum Corporation | OXY | 4.21% |
| Western Midstream Partners, LP | WES | 4.04% |
| Diamondback Energy, Inc. | FANG | 4.03% |
| APA Corporation | APA | 3.98% |
| EQT Corporation | EQT | 3.95% |
| Permian Resources Corporation | PR | 3.92% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | $0.1936 | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Jun 25, 2026 | $0.1528 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Mar 26, 2026 | $0.1458 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Dec 12, 2025 | $0.1664 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Sep 25, 2025 | $0.1713 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.1557 | Jun 30, 2025 |
Performance
FCG had a total return of 48.73% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been -3.91%.
News
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Fall Ahead of Storage Data
U.S. natural gas futures resumed their retreat, with the December contract moving below the $3 level in its debut as the Nymex front-month.
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Vance Letter Revives Iran Talks, Can WTI Hold $99.61?
Natural gas and oil forecast: a Vance letter revives Iran talks hopes, trimming crude as WTI holds $99.61, Brent stalls at $112.20 and NG is capped at $3.12.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Rise in Early Trading
U.S. natural gas futures rose with the expiring November contract recovering for a second session.
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Houthi Strike on Ras Tanura Lifts Oil, Can WTI Break $103.94?
The Houthis said they hit Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia's biggest refinery, and December Brent rose 1.3% to $115.36, recovering part of Tuesday's drop as Iran holds to its war-ending conditions.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Pulls Back As Traders Focus On Elections In Israel
Natural gas is stuck near $3.00 as traders switch to December contract. WTI oil pulls back as traders stay focused on the situation in the Middle East.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Mixed Ahead of November Expiry
U.S. natural gas futures recovered some ground at the front of the curve ahead of the November contract expiry.
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Oil Eases on Tehran Diplomacy, Can Brent Clear $112.20?
Saudi, Turkish and Pakistani officials met Iran in Tehran and agreed to keep talking, easing crude, but renewed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia keep supply risk in the price.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – WTI Oil Pulls Back As Saudi Arabia Attempts To Defuse Tensions With Iran
Natural gas tested new lows amid mild weather forecasts. WTI oil is losing some ground as traders take some money off the table near multi-month highs.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures See Further Weather-Driven Losses
U.S. natural gas futures fell ahead of this week's November contract expiration amid a milder outlook for weather-driven demand.
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Qatar Mediation Cools Oil as Saudi Attacks Persist, Can WTI Break $102.45?
Natural gas and oil forecast: Qatar mediation cools oil as Saudi attacks persist, with WTI holding $100.60, Brent at $109.13 and gas below $2.68.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Soars 4% As U.S. Ambassador To Turkey Says U.S. Could Strike Iran
Oil markets test new highs as traders prepare for a new round of war in the Middle East.
Qatar deal to buy U.S. natural gas shows how Iran war has redrawn global energy markets
Once a major natural gas exporter, Qatar's shipments have collapsed since Iran attacked its production facility Ras Laffan in March. QatarEnergy struck a deal with U.S. exporter Cheniere Energy to pur...
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: War Risk Lifts Brent Past $112, Can WTI Break $100.60?
Natural gas and oil forecast: war risk lifts Brent to $113.17 as WTI tests $100.60 resistance and natural gas slips toward $2.68 support on mild weather.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Rallies As U.S. Evacuates Diplomats From Saudi Arabia
Oil markets rally as traders worry that U.S. will restart the military operation against Iran.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Steady Ahead of Inventory Data
U.S. natural gas futures traded little changed as the market awaited weekly inventory data from the EIA.
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Saudi Attacks Keep Crude Tight as US Crude Stocks Fall Again, Can WTI Break $99.59?
Natural gas and oil forecast: Saudi attacks and a third straight US crude draw keep oil tight as WTI eyes $99.59 and natural gas nears $2.68 support.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – WTI Oil Moves Lower As U.S. Attempts To Restart Russia – Ukraine Talks
WTI oil is losing some ground as traders focus on geopolitical developments.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Extend Decline on Loss of Heating Demand
U.S. natural gas futures extended their slide into a fourth session with near-term weather forecasts shedding heating demand.
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Diesel Shortage Draws Washington In, Can WTI Break $101.38?
Natural gas and oil forecast: Houthi threats and a 4.93M-barrel API draw keep crude bid as WTI eyes $101.38 and Brent holds $108.21; NG slips below $3.02.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Pulls Back From Session Highs Amid U.S. – Iran Talks
Oil traders stay focused on the situation in the Middle East.
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Houthis Target Saudi Oil, Can WTI Break $99.72?
Natural gas and oil forecast: Houthi attacks on Saudi energy sites sustain crude's risk premium as WTI eyes a $99.72 breakout; NG slips below $3.03.