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NYSE:NFG

National Fuel Gas - NFG Stock Forecast, Price & News

$55.69
+1.01 (+1.85%)
(As of 03/24/2023 08:51 PM ET)
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Today's Range
$54.20
$55.73
50-Day Range
$54.64
$61.80
52-Week Range
$53.94
$75.97
Volume
286,600 shs
Average Volume
590,660 shs
Market Capitalization
$5.11 billion
P/E Ratio
8.52
Dividend Yield
3.41%
Price Target
$70.00

National Fuel Gas MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating
Hold
2.00 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
25.7% Upside
$70.00 Price Target
Short Interest
Bearish
3.94% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-7.18
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.78mentions of National Fuel Gas in the last 14 days
Based on 2 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
16.30%
From $5.52 to $6.42 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.80 out of 5 stars

Utilities Sector

8th out of 84 stocks

Natural Gas Distribution Industry

2nd out of 13 stocks


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About National Fuel Gas (NYSE:NFG) Stock

National Fuel Gas Co. is a holding company, which engages in the production, gathering, transportation, storage, and distribution of natural gas. It operates through the following segments: Exploration and Production, Pipeline and Storage, Gathering, and Utility. The Exploration and Production segment seeks to discover and produce raw materials. The Pipeline and Storage segment transports and stores natural gas for utilities, natural gas marketers, exploration and production companies, and pipeline companies in the northeastern United States markets. The Gathering segment processes and transports natural gas. The Utility segment sells natural gas to retail customers and provides natural gas transportation services. The company was founded on December 8, 1902 and is headquartered in Williamsville, NY.

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NFG Stock News Headlines

Fed's Shocking New Plan to Control Your Money
The Federal Reserve has a disturbing plan that is getting ready to roll out as soon as May. This is a lot more than printing trillions of dollars or manipulating interest rates. It's about every checking account, every purchase and every money transfer in America — including yours and mine. 
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The Federal Reserve has a disturbing plan that is getting ready to roll out as soon as May. This is a lot more than printing trillions of dollars or manipulating interest rates. It's about every checking account, every purchase and every money transfer in America — including yours and mine. 
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National Fuel Gas Q4 Profit Rises; Cuts FY Profit View
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NFG Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 1/13 Dividend
12/29/2022
Dividend Payable
1/13/2023
Last Earnings
2/03/2023
Today
3/26/2023
Ex-Dividend for 4/14 Dividend
3/30/2023
Dividend Payable
4/14/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
5/04/2023
Fiscal Year End
9/30/2023

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Natural gas distribution
Sub-Industry
Gas Utilities
Sector
Utilities
CUSIP
63618010
Employees
2,132
Year Founded
1902

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast
$70.00
High Stock Price Forecast
$85.00
Low Stock Price Forecast
$60.00
Forecasted Upside/Downside
+25.7%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.00
Research Coverage
3 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$566.02 million
Pretax Margin
31.88%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$2.19 billion
Cash Flow
$10.14 per share
Book Value
$22.74 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
90,473,000
Market Cap
$5.11 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.66

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Key Executives

  • David P. BauerDavid P. Bauer
    President, Chief Executive Officer & Director
  • Ronald C. KraemerRonald C. Kraemer
    Chief Operating Officer
  • Karen M. Camiolo
    Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer
  • Martin A. Krebs
    Chief Information Officer
  • Donna L. DeCarolisDonna L. DeCarolis
    President-Distribution Corporation













NFG Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell National Fuel Gas stock right now?

3 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for National Fuel Gas in the last twelve months. There are currently 3 hold ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "hold" NFG shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in NFG, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What is National Fuel Gas' stock price forecast for 2023?

3 brokers have issued 12-month price targets for National Fuel Gas' shares. Their NFG share price forecasts range from $60.00 to $85.00. On average, they expect the company's stock price to reach $70.00 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 25.7% from the stock's current price.
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How have NFG shares performed in 2023?

National Fuel Gas' stock was trading at $63.30 at the start of the year. Since then, NFG shares have decreased by 12.0% and is now trading at $55.69.
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When is National Fuel Gas' next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, May 4th 2023.
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How were National Fuel Gas' earnings last quarter?

National Fuel Gas (NYSE:NFG) posted its quarterly earnings data on Friday, February, 3rd. The oil and gas producer reported $1.84 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.65 by $0.19. The oil and gas producer earned $658.86 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $600.10 million. National Fuel Gas had a net margin of 26.25% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 27.11%. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $1.48 earnings per share.

How often does National Fuel Gas pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for National Fuel Gas?

National Fuel Gas announced a quarterly dividend on Thursday, March 9th. Stockholders of record on Friday, March 31st will be paid a dividend of $0.475 per share on Friday, April 14th. This represents a $1.90 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 3.41%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, March 30th.
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Is National Fuel Gas a good dividend stock?

National Fuel Gas (NYSE:NFG) pays an annual dividend of $1.90 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 3.47%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 52 consecutive years, indicating the company has a strong committment to maintain and grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio is 29.05%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, NFG will have a dividend payout ratio of 29.60% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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What guidance has National Fuel Gas issued on next quarter's earnings?

National Fuel Gas issued an update on its FY23 earnings guidance on Thursday, February, 2nd. The company provided earnings per share guidance of $5.35-$5.75 for the period, compared to the consensus earnings per share estimate of $5.73.

What is Ronald J. Tanski's approval rating as National Fuel Gas' CEO?

9 employees have rated National Fuel Gas Chief Executive Officer Ronald J. Tanski on Glassdoor.com. Ronald J. Tanski has an approval rating of 65% among the company's employees.

What other stocks do shareholders of National Fuel Gas own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other National Fuel Gas investors own include AbbVie (ABBV), AT&T (T), Verizon Communications (VZ), Bank of America (BAC), Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), Pfizer (PFE), Exxon Mobil (XOM), Dominion Energy (D), Walt Disney (DIS) and Duke Energy (DUK).

What is National Fuel Gas' stock symbol?

National Fuel Gas trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "NFG."

Who are National Fuel Gas' major shareholders?

National Fuel Gas' stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include JPMorgan Chase & Co. (2.81%), Gabelli Funds LLC (2.63%), LSV Asset Management (2.06%), Geode Capital Management LLC (1.40%), Energy Income Partners LLC (1.27%) and Gamco Investors INC. ET AL (1.24%). Insiders that own company stock include David P Bauer, Donna L Decarolis, Justin I Loweth, Ronald C Kraemer and Ronald J Tanski.
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How do I buy shares of National Fuel Gas?

Shares of NFG stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is National Fuel Gas' stock price today?

One share of NFG stock can currently be purchased for approximately $55.69.

How much money does National Fuel Gas make?

National Fuel Gas (NYSE:NFG) has a market capitalization of $5.11 billion and generates $2.19 billion in revenue each year. The oil and gas producer earns $566.02 million in net income (profit) each year or $6.54 on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does National Fuel Gas have?

The company employs 2,132 workers across the globe.

How can I contact National Fuel Gas?

National Fuel Gas' mailing address is 6363 Main Street, Williamsville NY, 14221. The official website for the company is www.nationalfuelgas.com. The oil and gas producer can be reached via phone at (716) 857-7000, via email at websterk@natfuel.com, or via fax at 281-210-5101.

This page (NYSE:NFG) was last updated on 3/27/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff