About National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG)
National Fuel Gas Company is a holding company. The Company is an energy company engaged principally in the production, gathering, transportation, distribution and marketing of natural gas. The Company operates in five business segments: Exploration and Production, Pipeline and Storage, Gathering, Utility, and Energy Marketing. The Company operates an integrated business, with assets centered in western New York and Pennsylvania, and the production and transportation of natural gas from the Marcellus Shale basin. The Company also develops and produces oil reserves, primarily in California. The Company's Exploration and Production segment operations are carried out by Seneca Resources Corporation (Seneca), a Pennsylvania corporation. The Company's National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation (Supply Corporation), a Pennsylvania corporation, and Empire Pipeline, Inc. (Empire), a New York corporation, carry out the Company's Pipeline and Storage segment operations.
Industry, Sector and Symbol:
- Sector: Utilities
- Industry: Natural Gas Utilities
- Sub-Industry: Gas Utilities
- Symbol: NYSE:NFG
- CUSIP: 63618010
- Web: www.nationalfuelgas.com
Capitalization:- Market Cap: $4.93 billion
- Outstanding Shares: 85,507,000
Average Prices:- 50 Day Moving Avg: $57.67
- 200 Day Moving Avg: $57.10
- 52 Week Range: $50.61 - $61.25
P/E:- Trailing P/E Ratio: 17.94
- Foreward P/E Ratio: 19.73
- P/E Growth: 2.06
Sales & Book Value:- Annual Revenue: $1.59 billion
- Price / Sales: 3.10
- Book Value: $19.70 per share
- Price / Book: 2.92
Dividend:- Annual Dividend: $1.66
- Dividend Yield: 2.9%
Profitability:- EBITDA: $804.38 million
- Net Margins: 17.38%
- Return on Equity: 18.31%
- Return on Assets: 5.13%
Debt:- Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 1.06%
- Current Ratio: 0.90%
- Quick Ratio: 0.81%
Misc:- Average Volume: 336,192 shs.
- Beta: 0.95
- Short Ratio: 11.03
Frequently Asked Questions for National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG)
What is National Fuel Gas Company's stock symbol?
National Fuel Gas Company trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "NFG."
How often does National Fuel Gas Company pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for National Fuel Gas Company?
National Fuel Gas Company announced a quarterly dividend on Thursday, September 14th. Stockholders of record on Friday, September 29th will be paid a dividend of $0.415 per share on Friday, October 13th. This represents a $1.66 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.88%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, September 28th. View National Fuel Gas Company's Dividend History.
How were National Fuel Gas Company's earnings last quarter?
National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG) released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, August, 3rd. The company reported $0.69 earnings per share for the quarter, meeting the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.69. The business had revenue of $348.37 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $373.86 million. National Fuel Gas Company had a net margin of 17.38% and a return on equity of 18.31%. During the same period in the previous year, the business posted $0.68 EPS. View National Fuel Gas Company's Earnings History.
When will National Fuel Gas Company make its next earnings announcement?
What guidance has National Fuel Gas Company issued on next quarter's earnings?
National Fuel Gas Company updated its FY18 earnings guidance on Thursday, August, 3rd. The company provided EPS guidance of $2.70-3.05 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus earnings per share estimate of $3.17. National Fuel Gas Company also updated its FY17 guidance to $3.25-3.35 EPS.
Where is National Fuel Gas Company's stock going? Where will National Fuel Gas Company's stock price be in 2017?
3 equities research analysts have issued 1 year target prices for National Fuel Gas Company's shares. Their predictions range from $54.00 to $65.00. On average, they expect National Fuel Gas Company's stock price to reach $59.67 in the next year. View Analyst Ratings for National Fuel Gas Company.
Who are some of National Fuel Gas Company's key competitors?
Who are National Fuel Gas Company's key executives?
National Fuel Gas Company's management team includes the folowing people:
- David F. Smith, Chairman of the Board
- Ronald J. Tanski, President, Chief Executive Officer, Director
- David P. Bauer, Principal Financial Officer, Treasurer, President of Supply Corporation
- Carl M. Carlotti, President - Distribution Corporation
- John P. McGinnis, President - Seneca Resources Corporation
- John R. Pustulka, Chief Operating Officer
- Paula M. Ciprich, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary, Secretary of Distribution Corporation
- Karen M. Camiolo, Controller and Principal Accounting Officer
- Donna L. DeCarolis, Vice President - Business Development
- Philip C. Ackerman, Independent Director
Who owns National Fuel Gas Company stock?
National Fuel Gas Company's stock is owned by a variety of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include
GAMCO INVESTORS, INC. ET AL
(7.63%),
GAMCO INVESTORS, INC. ET AL
(7.62%), APG Asset Management N.V. (0.23%), Mutual of America Capital Management LLC (0.08%), State Treasurer State of Michigan (0.04%) and BB&T Corp (0.03%). Company insiders that own National Fuel Gas Company stock include Anna Marie Cellino, David F Smith, John R Pustulka, Paula M Ciprich and Philip C Ackerman. View Institutional Ownership Trends for National Fuel Gas Company.
Who sold National Fuel Gas Company stock? Who is selling National Fuel Gas Company stock?
National Fuel Gas Company's stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including State Treasurer State of Michigan. Company insiders that have sold National Fuel Gas Company stock in the last year include Paula M Ciprich and Philip C Ackerman. View Insider Buying and Selling for National Fuel Gas Company.
Who bought National Fuel Gas Company stock? Who is buying National Fuel Gas Company stock?
National Fuel Gas Company's stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including APG Asset Management N.V., BB&T Corp, Oakbrook Investments LLC, Mutual of America Capital Management LLC and Meeder Asset Management Inc.. View Insider Buying and Selling for National Fuel Gas Company.
How do I buy National Fuel Gas Company stock?
Shares of National Fuel Gas Company can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is National Fuel Gas Company's stock price today?
One share of National Fuel Gas Company stock can currently be purchased for approximately $57.62.
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Earnings History for National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG)Earnings History by Quarter for National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE NFG)| Date | Quarter | Consensus Estimate | Actual EPS | Revenue Estimate | Actual Revenue | Release Link | Conference Call | Details |
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| 11/2/2017 | | $0.55 | | | | | N/A |  |
| 8/3/2017 | Q3 2017 | $0.69 | $0.69 | $373.86 million | $348.37 million | View | Listen | |
| 5/4/2017 | Q2 2017 | $1.05 | $1.04 | $514.43 million | $522.10 million | View | Listen | |
| 2/2/2017 | Q117 | $0.87 | $1.04 | $441.48 million | $422.50 million | View | Listen | |
| 11/3/2016 | Q416 | $0.53 | $0.66 | $355.89 million | $292.50 million | View | N/A | |
| 8/5/2016 | Q316 | $0.65 | $0.68 | $384.26 million | $335.60 million | View | N/A | |
| 4/28/2016 | Q2 | $0.96 | $0.97 | $624.02 million | $449.10 million | View | Listen | |
| 2/4/2016 | Q1 | $0.79 | $0.78 | $513.65 million | $375.20 million | View | Listen | |
| 11/5/2015 | Q4 | $0.42 | $0.41 | $359.20 million | $301.06 million | View | Listen | |
| 8/6/2015 | Q215 | $0.54 | $0.55 | $415.06 million | $339.80 million | View | Listen | |
| 4/30/2015 | Q115 | $0.91 | $1.02 | $763.70 million | $596.13 million | View | Listen | |
| 1/29/2015 | Q1 | $0.88 | $1.00 | $585.30 million | $523.91 million | View | Listen | |
| 11/6/2014 | Q414 | $0.57 | $0.60 | $403.40 million | $366.60 million | View | Listen | |
| 8/7/2014 | Q314 | $0.73 | $0.76 | $476.35 million | $440.14 million | View | Listen | |
| 5/8/2014 | Q214 | $1.11 | $1.15 | $679.90 million | $756.24 million | View | Listen | |
| 2/7/2014 | Q114 | $0.86 | $0.97 | $508.78 million | $550.07 million | View | Listen | |
| 11/8/2013 | Q413 | $0.59 | $0.63 | $359.96 million | | View | Listen | |
| 8/8/2013 | Q3 2013 | $0.63 | $0.69 | $399.61 million | $440.00 million | View | Listen | |
| 5/2/2013 | Q2 2013 | $0.98 | $1.02 | $616.81 million | $597.83 million | View | Listen | |
| 2/7/2013 | Q1 2013 | $0.76 | $0.81 | $482.64 million | $452.85 million | View | Listen | |
| 11/1/2012 | Q412 | $0.38 | $0.43 | $609.81 million | | View | N/A | |
| 8/2/2012 | | $0.46 | $0.52 | | | View | N/A | |
| 5/3/2012 | | $0.89 | $0.89 | | | View | N/A | |
| 2/2/2012 | | $0.81 | $0.73 | | | View | N/A | |
| 11/3/2011 | | $0.45 | $0.45 | | | View | N/A | |
| 8/4/2011 | | $0.53 | $0.56 | | | View | N/A | |
| 5/5/2011 | | $0.95 | $1.00 | | | View | N/A | |
| 2/3/2011 | | $0.76 | $0.70 | | | View | N/A | |
(Data available from 1/1/2011 forward)
Earnings Estimates for National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG)2017 EPS Consensus Estimate: $3.10
| Quarter | Number of Estimates | Low Estimate | High Estimate | Average Estimate |
|---|
| Q1 2017 | 2 | $0.78 | $0.91 | $0.85 |
| Q2 2017 | 2 | $0.98 | $1.10 | $1.04 |
| Q3 2017 | 2 | $0.68 | $0.68 | $0.68 |
| Q4 2017 | 2 | $0.52 | $0.54 | $0.53 |
(Data provided by Zacks Investment Research)
Current Dividend Information for National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG)| Most Recent Dividend: | 10/13/2017 |
| Annual Dividend: | $1.66 |
| Dividend Yield: | 2.88% |
| Dividend Growth: | 12.80% (3 Year Average) |
| Payout Ratio: | 51.71% (Trailing 12 Months of Earnings)
50.30% (Based on This Year's Estimates)
56.85% (Based on Next Year's Estimates)
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| Track Record: | 46 Years of Consecutive Dividend Growth |
Dividend History by Quarter for National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE NFG)| Announced | Period | Amount | Yield | Ex-Dividend Date | Record Date | Payable Date |
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| 9/14/2017 | quarterly | $0.42 | 2.79% | 9/28/2017 | 9/29/2017 | 10/13/2017 |
| 6/15/2017 | quarterly | $0.42 | 2.81% | 6/28/2017 | 6/30/2017 | 7/14/2017 |
| 3/10/2017 | quarterly | $0.41 | 2.66% | 3/29/2017 | 3/31/2017 | 4/14/2017 |
| 12/8/2016 | quarterly | $0.41 | 2.78% | 12/28/2016 | 12/30/2016 | 1/13/2017 |
| 9/16/2016 | quarterly | $0.41 | 2.9% | 9/28/2016 | 9/30/2016 | 10/14/2016 |
| 6/9/2016 | quarterly | $0.41 | 2.89% | 6/28/2016 | 6/30/2016 | 7/15/2016 |
| 3/10/2016 | quarterly | $0.40 | 3.21% | 3/29/2016 | 3/31/2016 | 4/15/2016 |
| 12/8/2015 | quarterly | $0.40 | 3.93% | 12/29/2015 | 12/31/2015 | 1/15/2016 |
| 9/18/2015 | quarterly | $0.40 | 2.97% | 9/28/2015 | 9/30/2015 | 10/15/2015 |
| 6/11/2015 | quarterly | $0.40 | 2.57% | 6/26/2015 | 6/30/2015 | 7/15/2015 |
| 3/12/2015 | quarterly | $0.39 | 2.64% | 3/27/2015 | 3/31/2015 | 4/15/2015 |
| 12/9/2014 | quarterly | $0.39 | 2.29% | 12/29/2014 | 12/31/2014 | 1/15/2015 |
| 9/11/2014 | quarterly | $0.39 | 2.09% | 9/26/2014 | 9/30/2014 | 10/15/2014 |
| 6/12/2014 | quarterly | $0.39 | 2.06% | 6/26/2014 | 6/30/2014 | 7/15/2014 |
| 3/13/2014 | quarterly | $0.38 | 1.99% | 3/27/2014 | 3/31/2014 | 4/15/2014 |
| 12/10/2013 | quarterly | $0.38 | 2.17% | 12/27/2013 | 12/31/2013 | 1/15/2014 |
| 9/12/2013 | quarterly | $0.38 | 2.27% | 9/26/2013 | 9/30/2013 | 10/15/2013 |
| 6/13/2013 | quarterly | $0.38 | 2.45% | 6/26/2013 | 6/28/2013 | 7/15/2013 |
| 3/7/2013 | quarterly | $0.37 | 2.47% | 3/26/2013 | 3/28/2013 | 4/15/2013 |
| 12/9/2012 | quarterly | $0.37 | 2.76% | 12/13/2012 | 12/17/2012 | 12/28/2012 |
(Data available from 1/1/2013 forward)
Insider Trading and Institutional Ownership History for National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG)Insider Ownership Percentage: 2.57%
Institutional Ownership Percentage: 71.78%
Insider Trades by Quarter for National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG)| Transaction Date | Insider Name | Title | Buy/Sell | Number of Shares | Average Share Price | Total Transaction | Details |
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| 3/31/2017 | Paula M Ciprich | SVP | Sell | 7,604 | $59.97 | $456,011.88 | |
| 3/17/2017 | Philip C Ackerman | Director | Sell | 10,000 | $60.65 | $606,500.00 | |
| 3/15/2017 | Philip C Ackerman | Director | Sell | 127,828 | $60.64 | $7,751,489.92 | |
| 3/13/2017 | Philip C Ackerman | Director | Sell | 81,370 | $60.17 | $4,896,032.90 | |
| 9/28/2016 | Philip C Ackerman | Director | Sell | 105,929 | $55.09 | $5,835,628.61 | |
| 9/26/2016 | Philip C Ackerman | Director | Sell | 27,838 | $55.76 | $1,552,246.88 | |
| 9/7/2016 | John R Pustulka | COO | Sell | 12,000 | $58.58 | $702,960.00 | |
| 9/2/2016 | David F Smith | Director | Sell | 48,983 | $56.64 | $2,774,397.12 | |
| 6/23/2016 | Paula M Ciprich | SVP | Sell | 15,000 | $56.05 | $840,750.00 | |
| 3/18/2016 | John R Pustulka | COO | Sell | 9,600 | $50.32 | $483,072.00 | |
| 12/22/2015 | Anna Marie Cellino | insider | Sell | 10,360 | $41.69 | $431,908.40 | |
| 8/12/2015 | Philip C Ackerman | Director | Sell | 2,000 | $55.86 | $111,720.00 | |
| 5/7/2015 | Matthew D Cabell | Insider | Sell | 45,000 | $63.53 | $2,858,850.00 | |
| 3/10/2015 | John R Pustulka | Insider | Sell | 25,000 | $60.52 | $1,513,000.00 | |
| 12/2/2014 | Matthew D Cabell | Insider | Sell | 25,000 | $69.66 | $1,741,500.00 | |
| 5/21/2014 | Matthew Cabell | Insider | Sell | 8,682 | $75.02 | $651,323.64 | |
| 5/15/2014 | Carl Carlotti | VP | Sell | 5,000 | $74.40 | $372,000.00 | |
| 11/12/2013 | Anna Marie Cellino | Insider | Sell | 30,000 | $70.54 | $2,116,200.00 | |
| 8/27/2013 | Carl Carlotti | VP | Sell | 25,000 | $66.27 | $1,656,750.00 | |
| 6/7/2013 | James D Ramsdell | SVP | Sell | 15,000 | $60.63 | $909,450.00 | |
(Data available from 1/1/2013 forward)
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