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First Trust Natural Gas ETF
FCG performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 22, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +6.54% | +6.84% | +34.96% | +43.61% | +27.29% | +92.73% |
| Flows | -$23M | +$2M | +$95M | +$182M | +$63M | -$29M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Natural Gas ETF is built to track the ISE-Revere Natural Gas Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 42 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 8, 2007 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 42
Top 15 Holdings
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +27.71% | +27.42% | +27.57% | +32.45% |
Max drawdown | -11.69% | -19.59% | -29.46% | -33.27% |
Max drawdown duration | 37d | 207d | 679d | 1353d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 317d | 1325d |
Replication quality
Data as of September 30, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is FCG?
FCG is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FCG track?
FCG tracks the ISE-Revere Natural Gas Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FCG invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other US Gas Exploration & Production Equities. It is part of the segment: US Energy.
What is the expense ratio of FCG?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FCG is 0.57%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FCG launched?
FCG was launched on May 8, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FCG?
FCG is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FCG?
As of October 22, 2026, FCG manages $683.62 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FCG performed recently?
As of October 22, 2026, FCG delivered a return of 6.54% over the past month (1M performance), 6.84% over the past three months (3M), and 34.96% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FCG?
As of October 22, 2026, FCG has seen net flows of -$23M in the past month (1M flow) and +$95M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FCG pay dividends?
As of October 22, 2026, FCG has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.11%.
How many holdings are in FCG
As of August 31, 2026, FCG holds 42 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FCG?
As of August 31, 2026, FCG holds 42 securities, with 58.43% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FCG?
As of August 31, 2026, FCG holds a portfolio of 42 underlyings, with its largest positions including ConocoPhillips, Western Midstream Partners LP and Hess Midstream LP. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FCG invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, FCG has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FCG focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, FCG is primarily exposed to Energy.
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