13 Best Oil Refinery Stocks to Buy Right Now

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7. National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 35

Drawing significant hedge fund interest, National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG) secures a spot on our list of the 13 Best Oil Refinery Stocks to Buy Right Now.

National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG) announced results for Q3 FY2025 on July 30, 2025. The company recorded adjusted EPS of $1.65, a 66% increase YoY. Higher gas prices, lower costs, and record production of 112 billion cubic feet (Bcf) in its Eastern Development Area boosted the company’s earnings. Furthermore, its Exploration and Production segment recorded a 157% surge in its adjusted earnings. Meanwhile, under its Pipeline and Storage segment, the Tioga Pathway Project received FERC approval, expected to start operations in late 2026, while the Shippingport Lateral Project was also announced.

Looking ahead, the company increased its full-year EPS guidance midpoint to $6.88. National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG) also expects EPS growth of 20% next year, based on a $4.00 NYMEX gas price. The quarter also included a 4% dividend increase, marking the 55th consecutive year of dividend increase. The company expects a 6% production lift, continued cost improvements, and a $110 million growth in regulated capital spending in the future, supporting its long-term rate base growth and shareholder value creation.

National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG), a diversified energy company, explores for, develops, and produces natural gas and oil.

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