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United States Natural Gas Fund (NYSE: UNG) posts sizable February 2026 trading loss

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United States Natural Gas Fund, LP reported a net loss of $151,448,626 for the month ended February 28, 2026. The loss was driven mainly by unrealized losses on commodity futures of $128,007,486 and unrealized losses on swap contracts of $25,286,394, partly offset by realized futures gains and dividend and interest income.

Net asset value started the month at $446,339,421. During the month, investors added $273,877,265 (22,000,000 shares) and withdrew $133,367,528 (10,600,000 shares). After the net loss, net asset value ended at $435,400,532, with net asset value per share of $11.50 based on 37,846,103 shares.

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UNG posted a large monthly loss as unrealized futures and swap positions moved sharply against the fund.

The fund recorded a net loss of $151,448,626 in February 2026, mainly from unrealized losses on natural gas futures and swap contracts. These unrealized marks reflect adverse price moves in underlying markets rather than realized cash outflows.

Net asset value fell from $446,339,421 to $435,400,532 despite substantial capital inflows, while net asset value per share was $11.50 on 37,846,103 shares. Future monthly statements will show whether these mark-to-market losses reverse as natural gas prices and positions evolve.

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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): March 27, 2026

 

UNITED STATES NATURAL GAS FUND, LP 

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Delaware 001-33096 20-5576760
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)
(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

 

1850 Mt. Diablo Boulevard, Suite 640

Walnut Creek, California 94596

(510) 522-9600 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) 
Registrant’s telephone number,    
including area code    

 

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 

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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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. ¨

 

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

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol(s)   Name of each exchange on which registered:
Shares of United States Natural Gas Fund, LP   UNG   NYSE Arca, Inc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.

 

On March 27, 2026, United States Natural Gas Fund, LP (the “Registrant”) issued its monthly account statement for the month ended February 28, 2026, which is presented in the form of a Statement of Income (Loss) and a Statement of Changes in Net Asset Value, as required pursuant to Rule 4.22 under the Commodity Exchange Act. A copy of the monthly account statement is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and also can be found on the Registrant’s website at www.uscfinvestments.com. The information furnished in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in any such filing.

 

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

(d) Exhibits.

 

Exhibit 99.1

 

 

 

  

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.

 

  UNITED STATES NATURAL GAS FUND, LP
  By: United States Commodity Funds LLC, its general partner
     
Date:     March 27, 2026 By: /s/ Stuart P. Crumbaugh
  Name: Stuart P. Crumbaugh
  Title: Chief Financial Officer

  

 

 

Exhibit 99.1

 

United States Natural Gas Fund, LP

Monthly Account Statement

For the Month Ended February 28, 2026

 

Statement of Income (Loss)    
Income     
Realized Trading Gain (Loss) on Commodity Futures  $27,300,530 
Realized Gain (Loss) on Swap Contracts   (26,127,466)
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Market Value of Commodity Futures   (128,007,486)
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Fair Value of Swap Contracts   (25,286,394)
Dividend Income   789,585 
Interest Income   284,640 
ETF Transaction Fees   12,600 
Total Income (Loss)  $(151,033,991)
      
Expenses     
General Partner Management Fees  $193,305 
Professional Fees   86,713 
Brokerage Commissions   95,547 
Directors' Fees and Insurance   34,237 
License Fees   4,833 
Total Expenses  $414,635 
Net Income (Loss)  $(151,448,626)

 

Statement of Changes in Net Asset Value    
Net Asset Value Beginning of Month 2/1/26  $446,339,421 
Additions (22,000,000 Shares)   273,877,265 
Withdrawals (10,600,000 Shares)   (133,367,528)
Net Income (Loss)   (151,448,626)
      
Net Asset Value End of Month  $435,400,532 
Net Asset Value Per Share (37,846,103 Shares)  $11.50 

 

To the Limited Partners of United States Natural Gas Fund, LP:

 

Pursuant to Rule 4.22(h) under the Commodity Exchange Act, the undersigned represents that, to the best of his knowledge and belief, the information contained in the Account Statement for the month ended February 28, 2026 is accurate and complete.

 

/s/ Stuart P. Crumbaugh  
Stuart P. Crumbaugh  

Chief Financial Officer

United States Commodity Funds LLC, General Partner of United States Natural Gas Fund, LP

 

United States Commodity Funds LLC

1850 Mt. Diablo Boulevard, Suite 640

Walnut Creek, CA 94596

 

 

FAQ

How did United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG) perform in February 2026?

United States Natural Gas Fund reported a net loss of $151,448,626 for February 2026. The loss was mainly driven by large unrealized losses on commodity futures and swap contracts, which more than offset realized trading gains and income from dividends, interest, and ETF transaction fees.

What happened to UNG’s net asset value in February 2026?

Net asset value decreased from $446,339,421 at the beginning of February 2026 to $435,400,532 at month-end. This decline occurred even after significant share creations and redemptions, and was primarily due to the fund’s monthly net loss on its derivatives positions.

What was UNG’s net asset value per share at February 28, 2026?

At February 28, 2026, United States Natural Gas Fund’s net asset value per share was $11.50, calculated on 37,846,103 shares outstanding. This figure reflects the impact of February’s trading results, income, expenses, and capital flows on the fund’s overall portfolio value.

Which factors most affected UNG’s February 2026 results?

The largest drivers were an unrealized loss of $128,007,486 on commodity futures and an unrealized loss of $25,286,394 on swap contracts. These mark-to-market losses outweighed realized futures gains, modest realized swap losses, and income from dividends, interest, and ETF transaction fees.

How much new capital flowed into and out of UNG in February 2026?

During February 2026, investors added $273,877,265 through 22,000,000 new shares and withdrew $133,367,528 through 10,600,000 share redemptions. These capital flows, combined with the monthly net loss, determined the ending net asset value of the fund.

What expenses did United States Natural Gas Fund incur in February 2026?

Total expenses were $414,635 for February 2026. These included general partner management fees, professional fees, brokerage commissions, directors’ fees and insurance, and license fees. Compared with the large trading-related income and losses, operating expenses were a relatively small component of monthly results.

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