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National Fuel Gas (NFG) to fully redeem $300M 5.50% notes due 2026

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National Fuel Gas Company plans to redeem its outstanding debt. The company exercised its optional redemption rights for the entire $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 5.50% Notes due October 2026, subject to certain conditions.

The Bank of New York Mellon, as trustee, has issued a conditional redemption notice, and the notes are scheduled to be redeemed on June 11, 2026 at a price calculated under the governing indenture and related officer’s certificate. The disclosure clarifies this notice is not itself a formal redemption notice to noteholders.

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National Fuel Gas moves to retire $300M of 5.50% notes early.

National Fuel Gas Company intends to redeem all $300,000,000 of its 5.50% Notes due October 2026 on June 11, 2026, using an optional redemption feature in the indenture. The redemption price will follow the contractual formula.

This step adjusts the company’s debt maturity profile by addressing an upcoming 2026 obligation. The filing does not describe funding sources, so the net balance-sheet impact is not detailed. Subsequent disclosures may outline how the redemption affects interest expense and leverage metrics.

Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Notes principal $300,000,000 aggregate principal 5.50% Notes due October 2026 to be redeemed
Coupon rate 5.50% Interest rate on Notes due October 2026
Redemption date June 11, 2026 Scheduled date fixed for note redemption
optional redemption rights financial
"the Company elected to exercise its optional redemption rights to redeem"
aggregate principal amount financial
"the entire outstanding $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of the Company’s 5.50% Notes"
The aggregate principal amount is the total amount of money borrowed through a bond or loan that the borrower promises to repay. It’s like the original price tag on a loan or bond, showing how much money is involved in the deal. This number matters because it indicates the size of the debt and helps investors understand the scale of the borrowing.
indenture financial
"the indenture governing the Notes, issued a conditional redemption notice"
An indenture is a legal agreement between a company that borrows money by issuing bonds and the people who buy those bonds. It explains the rules the company must follow, like paying back the money and keeping certain financial promises. This document helps both sides understand their rights and responsibilities.
conditional redemption notice financial
"issued a conditional redemption notice to registered holders of the Notes"
redemption price financial
"The Notes will be redeemed at the redemption price calculated in accordance with the terms"
The redemption price is the amount of money a person receives when they sell or redeem a bond or investment before it matures. It’s important because it determines how much you get back and can affect your overall profit or loss on the investment. Think of it like the price you get when returning a gift card early—it's the value you receive at that time.
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 8-K

 

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 27, 2026

 

 

NATIONAL FUEL GAS COMPANY

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

 

 

New Jersey   1-3880   13-1086010

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

 

(Commission

File Number)

 

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

 

6363 Main Street  
Williamsville, New York   14221
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)   (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (716) 857-7000

Former name or former address, if changed since last report: Not Applicable

 

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

 

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Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class

 

Trading

Symbol

 

Name of Each Exchange

on Which Registered

Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share   NFG   New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

 

 
 


Item 8.01 Other Events.

On May 27, 2026, National Fuel Gas Company (the “Company”) elected to exercise its optional redemption rights to redeem, subject to certain conditions, the entire outstanding $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of the Company’s 5.50% Notes due October 2026 (the “Notes”), and The Bank of New York Mellon, as trustee under the indenture governing the Notes, issued a conditional redemption notice to registered holders of the Notes. The date fixed for the redemption of the Notes is June 11, 2026. The Notes will be redeemed at the redemption price calculated in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the indenture governing and the officer’s certificate establishing the terms of the Notes. The foregoing does not constitute a notice of redemption with respect to any of the Notes.


SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

NATIONAL FUEL GAS COMPANY
By:  

/s/ Lee E. Hartz

  Lee E. Hartz
  General Counsel and Secretary

Dated: May 27, 2026

FAQ

What debt is National Fuel Gas Company (NFG) redeeming?

National Fuel Gas Company plans to redeem the entire $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 5.50% Notes due October 2026. These notes carry a 5.50% interest rate and are governed by an indenture with The Bank of New York Mellon as trustee.

When is the redemption date for NFG’s 5.50% Notes due 2026?

The scheduled redemption date for National Fuel Gas Company’s 5.50% Notes due October 2026 is June 11, 2026. This timing follows the company’s election to exercise its optional redemption rights, subject to conditions in the governing indenture and officer’s certificate.

How much principal is affected by NFG’s note redemption?

The redemption covers $300,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of National Fuel Gas Company’s 5.50% Notes due October 2026. This represents the entire outstanding principal of that series, reflecting a full series redemption rather than a partial repayment of the notes.

Is the National Fuel Gas note redemption already unconditional and final?

The company’s decision to redeem the notes is described as subject to certain conditions, and the trustee issued a conditional redemption notice. The filing also states that the disclosure does not itself constitute a formal notice of redemption to holders of the notes.

Who is the trustee for National Fuel Gas Company’s 5.50% Notes?

The Bank of New York Mellon acts as trustee under the indenture governing National Fuel Gas Company’s 5.50% Notes due October 2026. As trustee, it issued the conditional redemption notice to registered holders after the company elected to exercise its optional redemption rights.

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