First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG)
| Assets | $643.66M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.59% |
| PE Ratio | 12.09 |
| Shares Out | 21.70M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $0.66 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.19% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 24, 2026 |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Payout Ratio | 26.48% |
| Volume | 294,583 |
| Open | 30.00 |
| Previous Close | 30.07 |
| Day's Range | 29.98 - 30.36 |
| 52-Week Low | 21.76 |
| 52-Week High | 33.03 |
| Beta | 0.60 |
| Holdings | 43 |
| 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
42.16% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ConocoPhillips | COP | 4.70% |
| EOG Resources, Inc. | EOG | 4.69% |
| Devon Energy Corporation | DVN | 4.49% |
| Western Midstream Partners, LP | WES | 4.42% |
| Occidental Petroleum Corporation | OXY | 4.34% |
| Diamondback Energy, Inc. | FANG | 4.03% |
| EQT Corporation | EQT | 4.00% |
| Hess Midstream LP | HESM | 3.92% |
| APA Corporation | APA | 3.80% |
| Permian Resources Corporation | PR | 3.78% |
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 28.97% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been -4.25%.
News
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Pick Up in Early Trading
Natural gas futures climbed after retreating Thursday on a slightly bigger-than-expected weekly storage build, while effects from Hurricane Isaias are seen mixed with small offshore production losses ...
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Rallies As Trump Says U.S. Would Not Attack Iran Before Midterm Elections
Oil markets gain ground as traders bet on additional escalation in the Middle East.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Gain Ahead of Inventory Data
The rally in U.S. natural gas futures stretched into a fifth session with the market expecting an eighth consecutive below-average inventory build to further reduce the storage surplus over the five-y...
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Pulls Back As Traders Focus On EIA Data
Oil markets are moving lower as traders evaluate the situation in the Middle East.
U.S. Natural Gas Extends Gains With Eyes on Storm
U.S. natural gas futures climbed as Tropical Storm Isaias forms in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to reach the U.S. Gulf coast as a hurricane later this week.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Rebounds As Iran Attempts To Stop Traffic In Hormuz
Oil markets moved away from session lows amid reports indicating that Iran increased attacks in Hormuz to stop the growing traffic.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Rebounds As Saudi Arabia Plans To Attack The Houthis
Recent reports indicated that Saudi Arabia planned to start a military operation against Iran-backed Houthis.
Natural Gas Moves Lower as EIA Reports Record-High Production
Natural gas fell 0.3%, retreating under the $3 per-mmBtu mark after the EIA reported that in July, U.S. natural gas production reached a record high.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Rallies As Trump Signals U.S. Could Bomb Iran After Midterms
Oil markets gain ground amid worries about escalation in the Middle East.
Strong natural gas production, supplies could ease pressure on winter heating bills
The NGSA winter outlook shows record natural gas supply, but extreme cold weather and near-capacity pipelines remain key risks for consumer prices.
Natural Gas Falls Below $3/mmBtu Threshold
Natural gas futures fell below the $3 per million British thermal units threshold.
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Iran Standoff Revives Supply Risk as LNG Stays Tight
Iran sanctions uncertainty supports crude supply risk as WTI tests $88.71, while constrained Qatar LNG flows keep global natural gas markets tight.
Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Retreats As Saudi Arabia Restarts Loading In Yanbu Port
Saudi Arabia has successfully restarted the key East-West pipeline.
Natural Gas Slides on Milder Temperature Outlook
Natural gas futures dropped as weather in the U.S. is expected to bring only mild temperatures for most of the country.