First Trust Natural Gas ETFFCG
FCG
1
Funds holding %
of 7,363 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
57% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 22 | Existing positions closed: 14
48% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 31 | Existing positions reduced: 21
41% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $672K | Put options by funds: $475K
30% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $140M [Q3] → $182M (+$41.8M) [Q4]
4% more funds holding
Funds holding: 96 [Q3] → 100 (+4) [Q4]
4.06% more ownership
Funds ownership: 40.78% [Q3] → 44.84% (+4.06%) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for FCG.
Financial journalist opinion
Positive
Market Watch
2 weeks ago
Natural-gas ETFs have quietly outshined the broader market so far in 2025. Is it time to jump in?
Energy ETFs have quietly outperformed the U.S. stock market in 2025, driven by the strength of natural gas.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Should You Invest in the First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG)?
Launched on 05/08/2007, the First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Energy - Natural Gas segment of the equity market.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
The Zacks Analyst Blog RSPG, IEO, FCG, PXE and XOP
RSPG, IEO, FCG, PXE and XOP are included in this Analyst Blog.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
5 ETFs Outperforming on Energy's Big Turnaround
The energy sector has become a leader after being a laggard over the past two years.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
2 months ago
Is First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG) a Strong ETF Right Now?
The First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG) was launched on 05/08/2007, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Energy ETFs category of the market.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
3 months ago
Should You Invest in the First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Energy - Natural Gas segment of the equity market, look no further than the First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 05/08/2007.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
4 months ago
Is First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG) a Strong ETF Right Now?
Making its debut on 05/08/2007, smart beta exchange traded fund First Trust Natural Gas ETF (FCG) provides investors broad exposure to the Energy ETFs category of the market.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
8 months ago
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 natural gas producers. FCG ETF, which includes natural gas producers, MLP companies, and oil enterprises, is now a 'Hold' due to changing market dynamics.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
11 months ago
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 require an expanding electric "grid" in the U.S. and upwards of 80% of this U.S. electric grid growth is powered by natural gas. FCG has demonstrated strong long-term performance, a favorable valuation currently, and has low volatility compared to other natural gas ETFs.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 year ago
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 and potential for cash returns.
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