5 Natural Gas ETFs to Invest in 2026

While all of these ETFs provide exposure to the natural gas market, each one operates differently, whether through futures contracts, energy stocks, or leveraged strategies. Some are designed for long-term investment, while others are better suited for short-term speculation.

Before investing, make sure to read into the details . Each fund has its own quirks that could surprise unsuspecting investors.

1. United States Natural Gas Fund

The United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG +1.69%) aims to reflect the daily price movement of natural gas as delivered at Henry Hub, Louisiana, a key pricing point for U.S. natural gas. However, this ETF does not hold physical natural gas. Instead, it gains exposure through futures contracts, specifically the nearest-month contract traded on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX).