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The stock offers a dividend yield of approximately as of mid-2026 . Kinder Morgan (KMI) : natural gas stocks to buy
As the largest U.S. natural gas producer, it is favored for its low-cost operations and its strategic position to fuel AI data centers . Industry analysts and financial firms like Zacks and
Companies like and Riley Exploration Permian (REPX) have shown high projected sales growth, with SM Energy's stock up nearly 48% over the last 12 weeks . Market Dynamics for 2026 Best Natural Gas Stocks of 2026 and How to Invest Companies like and Riley Exploration Permian (REPX) have
Its Corpus Christi Stage 3 expansion is roughly , poised to add significant production capacity in 2026 . EQT Corporation (EQT) :
Mizuho recently highlighted this as a preferred "gas-exposed" stock, noting its strong operational performance in the Appalachian region . :