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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): January 28, 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

 

 

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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).

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Item 7.01

Regulation FD Disclosure.

On January 28, 2026, National Fuel Gas Company (the “Company”) updated its Investor Presentation. A copy of the presentation is furnished as part of this Current Report as Exhibit 99.

Neither the furnishing of the presentation as an exhibit to this Current Report nor the inclusion in such presentation of any reference to the Company’s internet address shall, under any circumstances, be deemed to incorporate the information available at such internet address into this Current Report. The information available at the Company’s internet address is not part of this Current Report or any other report filed or furnished by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

In addition to financial measures calculated in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), the press release furnished as part of this Current Report as Exhibit 99 contains certain non-GAAP financial measures. The Company believes that such non-GAAP financial measures are useful to investors because they provide an alternative method for assessing the Company’s operating results in a manner that is focused on the performance of the Company’s ongoing operations, for measuring the Company’s cash flow and liquidity, and for comparing the Company’s financial performance to other companies. The Company’s management uses these non-GAAP financial measures for the same purpose, and for planning and forecasting purposes. The presentation of non-GAAP financial measures is not meant to be a substitute for financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP.

Certain statements contained herein or in the press release furnished as part of this Current Report, including statements regarding estimated future earnings and statements that are identified by the use of the words “anticipates,” “estimates,” “expects,” “forecasts,” “intends,” “plans,” “predicts,” “projects,” “believes,” “seeks,” “will” and “may” and similar expressions, are “forward-looking statements” as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. There can be no assurance that the Company’s projections will in fact be achieved nor do these projections reflect any acquisitions or divestitures that may occur in the future. While the Company’s expectations, beliefs and projections are expressed in good faith and are believed to have a reasonable basis, actual results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Furthermore, each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made. In addition to other factors, the following are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements: changes in laws, regulations or judicial interpretations to which the Company is subject, including those involving derivatives, taxes, safety, employment, climate change, other environmental matters, real property, and exploration and production activities such as hydraulic fracturing; governmental/regulatory actions, initiatives and proceedings, including those involving rate cases (which address, among other things, target rates of return, rate design, retained natural gas and system modernization), environmental/safety requirements, affiliate relationships, industry structure, and franchise renewal; changes in economic conditions, including the imposition of additional tariffs on U.S. imports and related retaliatory tariffs, inflationary pressures, supply chain issues, liquidity challenges, and global, national or regional recessions, and their effect on the demand for, and customers’ ability to pay for, the Company’s products and


services; the Company’s ability to complete strategic transactions, such as the pending transaction with CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp., including receipt of required regulatory clearances and satisfaction of other conditions to closing, and to recognize the anticipated benefits of such transactions; governmental/regulatory actions and/or market pressures to reduce or eliminate reliance on natural gas; the Company’s ability to estimate accurately the time and resources necessary to meet emissions targets; changes in the price of natural gas; impairments under the SEC’s full cost ceiling test for natural gas reserves; the creditworthiness or performance of the Company’s key suppliers, customers and counterparties; financial and economic conditions, including the availability of credit, and occurrences affecting the Company’s ability to obtain financing on acceptable terms for working capital, capital expenditures, other investments, and acquisitions, including any downgrades in the Company’s credit ratings and changes in interest rates and other capital market conditions; negotiations with the collective bargaining units representing the Company’s workforce, including potential work stoppages during negotiations; changes in price differentials between similar quantities of natural gas sold at different geographic locations, and the effect of such changes on commodity production, revenues and demand for pipeline transportation capacity to or from such locations; the impact of information technology disruptions, cybersecurity or data security breaches, including the impact of issues that may arise from the use of artificial intelligence technologies; factors affecting the Company’s ability to successfully identify, drill for and produce economically viable natural gas reserves, including among others geology, lease availability and costs, title disputes, weather conditions, water availability and disposal or recycling opportunities of used water, shortages, delays or unavailability of equipment and services required in drilling operations, insufficient gathering, processing and transportation capacity, the need to obtain governmental approvals and permits, and compliance with environmental laws and regulations; increased costs or delays or changes in plans with respect to Company projects or related projects of other companies, as well as difficulties or delays in obtaining necessary governmental approvals, permits or orders or in obtaining the cooperation of interconnecting facility operators; increasing health care costs and the resulting effect on health insurance premiums and on the obligation to provide other post-retirement benefits; other changes in price differentials between similar quantities of natural gas having different quality, heating value, hydrocarbon mix or delivery date; the cost and effects of legal and administrative claims against the Company or activist shareholder campaigns to effect changes at the Company; uncertainty of natural gas reserve estimates; significant differences between the Company’s projected and actual production levels for natural gas; changes in demographic patterns and weather conditions (including those related to climate change); changes in the availability, price or accounting treatment of derivative financial instruments; changes in laws, actuarial assumptions, the interest rate environment and the return on plan/trust assets related to the Company’s pension and other post-retirement benefits, which can affect future funding obligations and costs and plan liabilities; economic disruptions or uninsured losses resulting from major accidents, fires, severe weather, natural disasters, terrorist activities or acts of war, as well as economic and operational disruptions due to third-party outages; significant differences between the Company’s projected and actual capital expenditures and operating expenses; or increasing costs of insurance, changes in coverage and the ability to obtain insurance. The Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.


Item 9.01

Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

  (d)

Exhibits

 

Exhibit 99    Investor Presentation dated January 2026
Exhibit 104    Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).


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: January 28, 2026

Slide 1

Investor Presentation Fiscal 2026 – 1st Quarter Update January 28, 2026 Exhibit 99


Slide 2

National Fuel Gas Company Company Overview (3) Recent Highlights (6) Why National Fuel? (11) Financial Overview (16) Integrated Upstream & Gathering Highlights (20) Pipeline & Storage and Utility Highlights (32) Guidance & Other Financial Information (48)


Slide 3

Company Overview Left picture: Seneca Resources rig in Tioga County, PA. Right picture: Buffalo Bills’ New Highmark Stadium construction in Orchard Park, NY. Corporate HQ: Buffalo, NY ~2,300 employees NYSE: NFG Market Cap: ~$7.9B 123 Years of consecutive dividend payments 55 Years of consecutive dividend increases >10% Adjusted EPS Growth FY24-FY27E Investment Grade credit rating 25% reduction in methane emissions since 2020 Note: This presentation includes forward-looking statements. Please review the safe harbor for forward looking statements at the end of this presentation. Market capitalization is presented as of January 26, 2026.


Slide 4

History of National Fuel Industry Pioneer Born From Rockefeller’s Standard Oil Company


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NFG: A Diversified, Integrated Natural Gas Company Developing our large, high-quality acreage in Marcellus & Utica shales Providing safe, reliable and affordable service to customers in WNY and NW PA CNP Ohio Acquisition Will Double Rate Base Integrated Upstream & Gathering Regulated Midstream Pipeline & Storage Downstream Utility Expanding and modernizing pipeline infrastructure to provide outlets for Appalachian natural gas production ~1.2 Million Net acres in Appalachia ~1.2 Bcf/day Net total production(3) 77 Bcf of natural gas storage capacity 4.5 MMDth Daily interstate pipeline capacity under contract 756,000 Utility customers ~800 Miles of pipeline replaced over the last five years 69% 18% 13% Adjusted EBITDA(1) Non-Regulated Regulated (1) Twelve months ended December 31, 2025. A reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income as presented on the Consolidated Statement of Income and Earnings Reinvested in the Business is included at the end of this presentation. (2) Closing of the CNP Ohio acquisition is expected to occur in the fourth quarter of calendar 2026, pending review of a notice filing by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, Hart-Scott-Rodino review, and other customary closing conditions. (3) Average for the three months ended December 31, 2025. (2)


Slide 6

Recent Highlights Strength of the Integrated Model Evident as Each Business Contributes Meaningfully New firm transportation agreements support future production growth Doubled core inventory in the EDA with the delineation of Upper Utica zone Tioga Pathway and Shippingport Lateral projects highlight improving outlook for pipeline expansions Filed a rate case in our Utility’s Pennsylvania jurisdiction requesting new rates effective fiscal 2027 Slide 37 Acquisition of CenterPoint’s Ohio gas utility business remains on track to close in Q4 calendar 2026 Slide 7 Slide 42 Slide 28 Slide 26 Ongoing well design optimization drives continued capital efficiency improvements Slide 23 Utility Utility Pipeline & Storage Upstream & Gathering Upstream & Gathering Upstream & Gathering


Slide 7

Announced Acquisition of CenterPoint’s Ohio Gas Utility Acquiring a High-Quality Gas Utility in a Neighboring Service Territory Entered into an agreement to acquire CenterPoint’s Ohio gas utility business for $2.62 billion, representing ~1.6x 2026E rate base of $1.6 billion Increases Scale & Balances Business Mix Attractive Regulatory & Political Environment Significantly Increases Regulated Investment Opportunity Enhances Regulated Earnings Growth & Dividend Support Strong Pro-forma Credit Profile Accretive to Long-Term Earnings per Share Note: Closing of the CNP Ohio acquisition is expected to occur in the fourth quarter of calendar 2026, pending review of a notice filing by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, Hart-Scott-Rodino review, and other customary closing conditions.


Slide 8

Acquisition Update Remain on Track to Close in the Fourth Quarter Calendar 2026 Integration Planning Progressing Well Working closely with the CenterPoint management team to ensure a smooth transition for employees and customers Regulatory Filings on Track Submitted notice filing with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) on January 9, 2026 Hart-Scott-Rodino filed January 16, 2026 Financing Update Issued $350 MM in common equity through a private placement with accredited, long-only investors; fulfills equity needs to maintain investment grade credit rating Debt issuance will incorporate pro forma financial statements (expected this spring); once available, will look to access debt capital markets to raise remaining proceeds due at closing Continue to target Debt/EBITDA of 2.5 – 3.0x and FFO/Net Debt of greater than 30% by the end of the fiscal year after closing PUCO Issued Final Ruling on Ohio Rate Case On January 7, 2026 PUCO issued its final order regarding CenterPoint’s Ohio gas rate case Adopted a modestly lower ROE (Authorized 9.79% vs 9.85%) and extended the amortization period for certain riders from 15 to 25 years; outcome has a minimal impact to earnings and credit metrics and is accretive to long-term rate base growth New rates went into effect January 12, 2026 Ohio Legislative Update Passed Senate Bill 103 which modernizes ratemaking in Ohio Allows for a 3-year fully projected test period (previously used historical test period) with an authorized return true-up mechanism Enables timely recovery of costs and cash flows by requiring PUCO to issue final order within 360 days from date of filing (well in advance of previous timelines)


Slide 9

Western Development Area – ~920,000 Acres Eastern Development Area – ~310,000 Acres Non-Regulated Business Overview Reported annually as of September 30, 2025. Average net production and throughput for the three months ended December 31, 2025. Integrated Upstream & Gathering Segment Seneca Resources Company Total Net Acres (Pennsylvania): ~1.2 million Total Proved Reserves: 5.0 Tcfe(1) Current Net Production: ~1.2 Bcf/d(2) Current Firm Transportation: ~1 Bcf/d to premium markets 45+ years of Marcellus and Utica development inventory National Fuel Gas Midstream Company Total Throughput: ~1.3 Bcf/d(2) (including third-party) ~400 miles of gathering pipeline ~128k HP of compression Interconnections with 7 major pipelines


Slide 10

Regulated Business Overview Pipeline & Storage Segment Utility Segment Regulated by Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Total Rate Base: $1.7 Billion(2) ~2,600 miles of pipeline / 28 storage fields National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation: Firm Contracted Storage Capacity: 71 Bcf(3) Firm Contracted Transportation Capacity: 3.4 Bcf / day(3) Empire Pipeline, Inc.: Firm Contracted Storage Capacity: 4 Bcf(3) Firm Contracted Transportation Capacity: 1.1 Bcf / day(3) Interconnections with 8 major interstate pipelines New York Jurisdiction 543,000 customers Regulated by the New York Public Service Commission (NYPSC) Pennsylvania Jurisdiction 213,000 customers Regulated by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PAPUC) Total Rate Base: $1.5 Billion(2) Fiscal 2025 Total Throughput: ~142 Bcf Provides >90% of the space heating load in operating footprint Closing of the CNP Ohio acquisition is expected to occur in the fourth quarter of calendar 2026, pending review of a notice filing by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, Hart-Scott-Rodino review, and other customary closing conditions. Estimated rate base as of December 31, 2025. Reported annually as of September 30, 2025, and includes short-term and long-term contracted capacity. (1)


Slide 11

Why National Fuel? Optimized capital allocation Lower cost of capital Operational synergies Improved profitability Regulated earnings growth from modernization, expansion and Ohio utility acquisition Increasing free cash flow driven by improving upstream & gathering capital efficiencies Responsibly Reduce Emissions Continued progress toward emissions reduction targets Enhanced GHG disclosures on sustainability initiatives 123 consecutive years of dividend payments 55 consecutive years of dividend increases Long-Standing History of Shareholder Returns Responsibly Reducing Emissions Visibility on Long-Term EPS & FCF Growth Strong Integrated Returns


Slide 12

Integrated Model Drives Strong Returns Source: NFG actuals as reported; S&P500 and Industry Peers as reported in Bloomberg for the TTM ending September 30th. NFG adjusted excludes after-tax non-cash ceiling test impairments. Average Annual NFG Stock Outperformance Since FY17 NFG vs. S&P 500: +2% NFG vs. E&P Peers: +6% NFG vs. Utility Peers: +6% NFG’s ROCE Outperforms Peers and Broader Market, on Average, Over a Multi-Year Period Decrease driven by non-cash impairments S&P O&G Index NFG S&P 500 UTY Integrated Business Model Benefits Operational: Lower cost structure Financial: Lower cost of capital Strategic: Optimized capital allocation Commercial: Greater revenue / margin NFG Adj. (2)


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(1) Fiscal 2024 adjusted EPS of $1.85 for the regulated companies excluded an after-tax impairment charge of $0.37 in the Pipeline & Storage segment (GAAP EPS for the regulated companies was $1.48). In fiscal 2025, there were no items impacting comparability in the regulated companies. Fiscal 2025 EPS of $2.24 for the regulated companies increased $0.39, or 21%, over fiscal 2024 adjusted EPS of $1.85. (2) FY25 and Q1 FY26 include actual results, as reported. Remaining 9 months of FY26 and FY27 NYMEX based on flat price assumptions. Includes current hedge positions as of December 31, 2025 and excludes acquisitions. Note: The Company defines free cash flow as net cash provided by operating activities, less net cash used in investing activities, adjusted for acquisitions and divestitures. See non-GAAP financial measures information at the end of this presentation. Assumes current hedges. Assumes no pricing-related curtailments. Strong Value Proposition Driven by Earnings & Cash Flow Outlook Increasing EPS drives future dividend growth Ratemaking activity propelled FY25 adjusted EPS growth of ~21%(1) Beyond FY26, expect adj. EPS CAGR of 5-7%, similar to average annual rate base growth CNP Ohio acquisition supports long-term 5-7% regulated adj. EPS growth on higher base of earnings post close Regulated: Pipeline & Storage & Utility Businesses Significant FCF generation expected to provide flexibility in capital allocation priorities Hedging provides near-term visibility to growing FCF generation, with the ability to capture higher natural gas prices long-term Non-Regulated: Upstream and Gathering Businesses Non-Regulated Free Cash Flow(2) 8-10% CAGR (current business) Regulated Adjusted Earnings Per Share ($ millions) $3.00 $4.00 $5.00 NYMEX Long-Term Growth Remains On Track: >10% Consolidated 3-Year Adjusted EPS CAGR (FY24-27E) + EPS growth from CNP Ohio


Slide 14

Over Half Century of Dividend Growth $1.6 Billion Dividend payments Over Last 10 Years $2.14 per share 55 Years Consecutive Dividend Increases $0.19 per share 123 Years Consecutive Payments 4% 2025 Dividend Increase Acquisition of CNP Ohio Provides Potential Enhancement to Long-Term Dividend Growth


Slide 15

Considerable Progress on Emissions Reductions All emissions reduction targets based on 2020 baseline. Measured using calendar 2024 emissions data, as reported in Company’s 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report. Continued Progress On Our Methane Intensity Targets(1) E&P and Gathering surpassed targets six years ahead of plan Prioritization of emissions reduction projects that deliver highest impact per dollar invested Continued progress on consolidated emissions reductions while growing the business: 25% consolidated methane emissions reductions since 2020 10% consolidated GHG reductions since 2020 Latest Corporate Responsibility Report Provides Disclosures on Sustainability Initiatives


Slide 16

Financial Overview


Slide 17

Continued Momentum Propels Higher Earnings Guidance Growth Supports Consolidated 3-Year Adj. EPS CAGR >10% (FY24-27E) Adjusted Earnings Per Share(1) ($ per share) Excludes items impacting comparability. Consolidated Adjusted Earnings Per Share includes Corporate & All Other. See Comparable GAAP Financial Measure Slides & Reconciliations at the end of this presentation. The acquisition of CNP’s Ohio natural gas utility business is expected to close in Q4 of calendar 2026 and therefore, has no impact on FY26 shown above. Fiscal 2026 Adjusted EPS is shown at the midpoint of guidance range, as detailed on slide 49, assuming NYMEX pricing of $3.75. Q1 FY26 Summary Integrated Upstream and Gathering – higher production and realized prices compared to the prior year Regulated – higher utility net income compared to the prior year as a result of rate case outcomes and modernization investments; continued progress on Pipeline & Storage expansion projects to support future growth FY26 Guidance Highlights Integrated Upstream and Gathering – ongoing improvement in capital efficiency is projected to continue (expect 3% lower capital and 5% higher production) Regulated – continued growth as a result of ongoing ratemaking efforts, driven by the three-year NY rate settlement (through FY27) and PA modernization tracker, or DSIC (Distribution System Improvement Charge) Q1 Results & FY26E Outlook (2) +14%


Slide 18

Capital Allocation Priorities Drive Spending Levels (2) Capital expenditures includes accrued capex. Total Capital Expenditures include Corporate and All Other. A reconciliation to Capital Expenditures as presented on the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows is included at the end of this presentation. FY26 consolidated capital guidance is displayed at the midpoint of the range ($955 - $1,065 million). FY23 reflects the netting of $150 million related to the acquisition of Appalachian upstream assets. FY24 reflects the netting of $6.2 million related to the acquisition of assets from UGI. Capital Expenditures by Segment ($ millions)(1) Capital Allocation Priorities Organic Investments Responsibly Manage the Balance Sheet Return of Capital to Shareholders Highly Strategic M&A Invest in regulated growth via modernization and pipeline expansions Maintain mid-single digit production growth in Integrated Upstream & Gathering segment Maintain investment grade credit rating Target optimal ratemaking capital structure Uphold 55-year history of dividend increases Execute value-accretive share repurchases Integrated Upstream & Gathering opportunities geographically proximate to existing operations Regulated growth to add scale and further balance business mix Regulated Growth Non- Regulated Capital Efficiency 8


Slide 19

Balance Sheet Resiliency Through the Commodity Cycle Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA(1) Net Debt is net of cash and temporary cash investments. Reconciliations of Net Debt and Adjusted EBITDA are included at the end of this presentation. A reconciliation of Funds From Operations (FFO) to Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities can also be found at the end of this presentation. We are unable to reconcile certain forward looking non-GAAP financial measures and ratios. Please see slide entitled Comparable GAAP Financial Measure Slides & Reconciliations at the end of this presentation. Note that FY26 and FY27 are shown at current strip. (2) Note that FY26 excludes any potential impact from financing the CNP Ohio acquisition. Further, note the capitalization ratio as of 12/31/25 excludes the impact of the $350 MM common equity issuance. (3) $300 MM term loan was drawn in April 2024 and replaced outstanding commercial paper; it has been repaid in full in January 2026. Current Credit Rating Investment Grade Credit Rating S&P BBB- Moody’s Baa3 Fitch BBB Investment Grade Credit Rating Committed to Investment Grade Credit Rating Debt Maturity Profile by Fiscal Year ($ MM) FFO / Net Debt(1) Capitalization as of 12/31/25 Downgrade Threshold Downgrade Threshold (3) $1B in Committed Credit Facilities Post Close CNP Ohio Post Close CNP Ohio (2) (2) (2)


Slide 20

Integrated Upstream and Gathering Business Highlights


Slide 21

Integrated Upstream & Gathering Highlights 30% Improvement in Capital Efficiency (FY26E vs. FY23) Production up 20% and Capital down 15% 50% Increase in Core Inventory (15+ Years) Over 45 Years of Total Remaining Inventory 400+ MDth/d Increase in Firm Transportation FY25 to FY29 1.5 Bcf/d of Firm Transportation by FY29 Re-certified with A-grades from MiQ and Equitable Origin A-grade Certifications Four Years in a Row from 2022 to 2025 Enhancing Capital Efficiency Expanding Inventory Depth Increasing Firm Transportation Improving Sustainability Metrics Upstream and Gathering


Slide 22

Integrated Upstream & Gathering Eastern Development Area ~310,000 Acres Development zones: Marcellus, Upper Utica, Lower Utica 25+ years of development inventory at PV-10 breakeven price of less than $2.25/MMBtu NYMEX Expect to average 25 to 27 wells brought online per year Well and facility design optimization continues to drive improved productivity Diverse and growing marketing portfolio with ~1.5 Bcf/d of future firm transportation Integrated gathering systems provide optimized investment timing, low-cost structure and resilient thru-cycle margins Western Development Area ~920,000 Acres (mostly held in fee) Development zones: Marcellus, Lower Utica Development Plan Highlights Upstream and Gathering


Slide 23

Increasing FCF through Enhanced Capital Efficiency… A reconciliation to Capital Expenditures as presented on the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows is included at the end of this presentation. FY23 capex reflects the netting of $150 million related to acquisition of upstream assets and acreage from total capital expenditures. FY24 capex reflects the netting of $6 million related to the acquisition of assets from UGI from E&P capex of $536 million. 30% Improvement in Capital Efficiency Since FY23 +20% -15% Capital Expenditures ($ MM)(1) Net Production (Bcfe) Gathering Upstream Upstream and Gathering


Slide 24

…While Driving Low-Cost Structure and Strong Margins E&P and Gathering LTM Peer vs NFG Margin ($/Mcfe)(1) (1) Margin calculated as LTM EBITDA divided by LTM total production as of 9/30/2025. NFG shown as of 9/30/2025 for comparative purposes and represents the combined Integrated Upstream and Gathering segment. Peers include AR, CNX, EQT, EXE, GPOR and RRC. FY26E Integrated Operating Expense ($/Mcfe)


Slide 25

Lower Utica Gen 4 Testing Underway Gen 3 design primarily uses 1,800 ft. inter-well spacing, 2,200 lbs. per ft. of proppant intensity, and 150 ft. stage spacing. Gen 4 design primarily uses 2,000 ft. inter-well spacing, 3,000 lbs. per ft. of proppant intensity, and 150 ft. stage spacing. Seneca has > 25% ownership in township. Upstream and Gathering Lower Utica Well Performance Gen 1 Lower Utica Gen 2 Lower Utica Gen 3 Lower Utica (1) Gen 4(2,3) Testing Underway FY26 Planned Producing


Slide 26

Addition of Upper Utica Zone More than Doubles Tioga Utica Inventory Upper Utica Adds ~8 Years Inventory on Existing Infrastructure Increased Core Inventory to ~400 Premium Locations Seneca has > 25% ownership in township. Includes wells online for at least 1 month. Upstream and Gathering Upper Utica Type Curve Upper Utica(2) (first 4 wells) ~220 additional Upper Utica locations with similar productivity to Lower Utica ~300 ft resource column with strong frac barrier establishes two distinct zones ~170 premium Lower Utica locations with EURs of 2.5 Bcf / 1,000 ft. Upper Utica Lower Utica Frac Barrier ~300 ft Upper Utica Map(1) FY26 Planned Producing


Slide 27

Decades of High-Quality Inventory at Industry Leading Breakevens Assumes an average of 25 to 30 wells brought online/year, which is equivalent to current pace. Enverus research is at $2.50 breakevens. Peers include EQT, RRC, AR, GPOR, Ascent, CNX, EXE. Enverus Analysis Validates Inventory Depth (1) EDA WDA Seneca Analysis: >15 Years of Inventory @ <$2.00 Breakevens (2) Upper Utica Upper Utica Upstream and Gathering Does not yet incorporate Upper Utica locations


Slide 28

Production Growth Supported by New Firm Transportation Marketing Portfolio Has Premium Market Access(1) New FT Enhances Long-Term Marketing Portfolio: Supports future production growth with egress from EDA Minimizes spot exposure (together with in-basin firm sales) Increases optionality and connectively to premium markets Data center developments (Western PA, Mid-Atlantic) Gulf Coast (LNG exports, industrial markets) Northern Markets (30% of total) Southeast, Gulf Coast (15% of total) Northeast (20% of total) Percentages in chart indicate firm transportation volumes as of calendar year-end 2028. NE Supply Divers. 50 MDth/d Niagara Expansion (TGP & NFG - Supply) 170 MDth/d Atlantic Sunrise (Transco) 189 MDth/d Tioga County Extension (NFG - Empire) 200 MDth/d Premium PA Markets (35% of total) E&P and Gathering Premium PA Markets 490 MDth/d ~1.0 Bcf/d FT ~1.5 Bcf/d FT Gulf Coast 50 MDth/d Leidy South (Transco & NFG - Supply) 330 MDth/d New FT


Slide 29

FY 2026 Sales Mix Provides Significant Price Certainty 440 to 455 Bcfe (1) Q2 Volumes: Fixed Price 20 Bcfe, NYMEX-Linked 65 Bcfe, Index 5 Bcfe. Q3 Volumes: Fixed Price 22 Bcfe, NYMEX-Linked 64 Bcfe, Index 7 Bcfe. Q4 Volumes: Fixed Price 22 Bcfe, NYMEX-Linked 65 Bcfe, Index 7 Bcfe. All prices shown in $/MMBtu. NYMEX-linked and Index prices shown as differentials to NYMEX. Expected production of 440 to 455 Bcfe Minimal spot exposure of 55 to 70 Bcfe (~20% of remaining volumes) Firm sales contracts in place for ~80% of expected remaining production ~70% of expected production paired with a NYMEX financial hedge or entered into at a fixed price (realized price of $2.93) Continue to utilize in-basin firm sales to reduce spot exposure Fiscal 2026 Highlights Upstream and Gathering Firm Sales & Production Cadence(1) ($0.84) ($0.84) ($0.14) ($0.54) ($0.54)


Slide 30

…Collars and Unhedged Production Provide Upside Capture Opportunities Hedging Program: Disciplined with Upside Potential Methodical Approach to Layering in Hedges Over Time Supports Investment Grade Credit Rating Swaps and Fixed Price Sales Provide Price Certainty(1)… Swaps and Fixed Price Sales Provide Price Certainty(1)… ~45% ~30% ~45%- 50% ~75%- 80% ~95%- 100% ~25% Upside with Collars FY26 estimated hedge percentage shown for the remaining 9 months and assumes midpoint of production guidance for the year with the remaining years at mid-single digit growth. Strip includes NYMEX settle for January 2026. (2) Upstream and Gathering


Slide 31

Industry-Leading Focus on Sustainability Responsible Gas Certifications, Emission Reductions & Water Management Equitable Origin – EO100TM Standard for Responsible Energy Development Certification (100% of natural gas production and gathering assets certified) Certification focuses on three emissions management criteria: Methane Intensity Company Practices to Manage Methane Emissions Emissions Monitoring Technology Deployment MiQ (100% of production assets re-certified in August 2025) Encompasses the following principles: Corporate Governance, Transparency & Ethics Human Rights, Social Impacts & Community Development Indigenous People’s Rights Fair Labor & Working Conditions Climate Change, Biodiversity & Environment Emission Reductions Water Management Wholly-owner water management subsidiary, Highland Field Services, LLC, optimizes water handling, treatment and storage Partner with local townships, government agencies, and environmental groups on water quality improvement projects Operate a vast water pipeline network which reduces truck traffic, leading to decreased emissions and less wear on roads Both E&P (Seneca) and Gathering (Midstream) surpassed 2030 Methane Intensity Reduction Targets in calendar 2024 Significant reductions in methane driven by: Natural gas pneumatic device conversions Operational BMPs for well liquids unloading and flowback Increased fugitive emissions monitoring In 2024, Highland recycled more than 95% of Seneca’s produced fluids Upstream and Gathering


Slide 32

Pipeline & Storage and Utility Overview Business Highlights


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Pipeline & Storage and Utility Highlights Tioga Pathway and Shippingport Lateral projects expected to add ~$30 MM in incremental annual revenues Both projects on track for a late calendar 2026 targeted in-service date Continued interest in further capacity additions across our FERC-regulated pipeline system New York 3-Year rate case settlement(2) drives continued earnings growth Pennsylvania Utility rate case filed on 1/28/2026, with rates expected to be effective 11/1/26 Supply Corp. expects to file a rate case with FERC in fiscal 2026, with new rates effective FY27 Utility rate base is expected to double upon closing, significantly improving scale Begins to rebalance business mix by increasing share of regulated earnings and cash flows Supports long-term 5-7% regulated adjusted EPS target, while growing regulated earnings Pipeline Expansion Projects Drive Meaningful Growth Rate Case Activity Balances Modernization Spending & Affordability Continued Growth Expected from Ohio Utility Acquisition DSIC tracker allows recovery on incremental system investments after July 31, 2024, subject to attaining rate year plant balance of $781.3 million and earning below a statewide ROE target (currently 10.25%). See Case 23-G-0627 on file with the NY PSC. Long-standing modernization programs enable continued investment in the system to ensure the safety and reliability of service to customers Rate base growth in Pennsylvania from Distribution System Improvement Charge (DSIC)(1), or system modernization tracker, allows for additional earnings growth up to ~$7 MM/year Long-term expected rate base growth of approximately 5-7% drives earnings growth Modernization Programs Drive Rate Base Growth


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Pipeline & Storage Segment Overview Firm transportation includes short-term and long-term and is disclosed annually as of September 30, 2025. Reported as of December 31, 2025. Empire Pipeline, Inc. National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation Empire Pipeline Supply Corp. Contracted Capacity(1): Firm Storage: 71 Bcf (fully subscribed) Firm Transportation: 3.4 Bcf / day Rate Base(2): ~$1.4 billion FERC Rate Proceeding Status: Rate case settled in Q2 FY24 and approved by FERC June 11, 2024 New rates went into effect February 1, 2024 Contracted Capacity(1): Firm Storage: 4 Bcf (fully subscribed) Firm Transportation: 1.1 Bcf / day Rate Base(2): ~$0.3 billion FERC Rate Proceeding Status: Settlement approved by FERC on March 17, 2025 New rates went into effect November 1, 2025 Moratorium period until April 30, 2027 Comeback required by May 31, 2031 Pipeline & Storage


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Pipeline & Storage Customer Mix Customer Transportation by Shipper Type Affiliated Customer Mix (Contracted Capacity) Note: Data disclosed annually as of 9/30/2025. Pipeline & Storage Firm Transport


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Pipeline Modernization & Expansion Projects Propel Growth A reconciliation to Capital Expenditures as presented on the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows is included at the end of this presentation. FY26E capex is presented at mid-point of guidance. Capex Investments Support Long-Term Rate Base Growth Estimate of ~5-7% Pipeline & Storage Organic Growth Drivers Expect long-term non-expansion capex spend of ~$100-150 MM/year Expansion projects drive further growth potential, such as the Tioga Pathway and Shippingport Lateral projects (late calendar 2026) Tioga Pathway & Shippingport Lateral Project


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Tioga Pathway Project Creates Organic Growth Capacity: 190,000 Dth/day Estimated capital cost: ~$100 million A portion of the capital to be allocated to modernization facilities Estimated annual revenue: ~$15 million (underpinned by 15-year agreement with Seneca) Modernization component of capital investment is expected to drive additional revenue growth in future rate case Facilities (all in Pennsylvania) include: Approximately 20 miles of new pipeline Replacement of ~4 miles of existing pipeline (with new 20” pipeline) Project Milestones: FERC Notice to Proceed received in January 2026 authorizing commencement of construction Targeted in-service date late calendar 2026 Pipeline & Storage Long-term revenue growth for Supply, while providing an additional outlet for Seneca’s EDA development Project Pipeline


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Shippingport Lateral Project Supports Data Center Development Pipeline & Storage Capacity: Initially 205,000 Dth/day with potential to increase significantly Estimated capital cost: $57 million Estimated annual revenue: $15 million Facilities: Approximately 7.5 miles of new 24-inch pipeline Project Milestones: FERC authorization received in November 2025 Targeted in-service date late calendar 2026 NFG Supply Line N Lateral Shippingport, PA Texas Eastern Pipeline


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Continued Expansion Opportunities for Supply Corp. Line N System Pipeline & Storage Additional Line N Expansion Opportunities Line N is well positioned to support growing baseload power needs across PJM, as well as behind the meter generation for AI and data center deployments Significant data centers exist today, plus more expected in the future Proximate to fiber corridor and high-voltage transmission lines Ability to serve greenfield, underutilized, or previously decommissioned power assets along Line N corridor Access to significant gas supply in SW PA/WV Line N has several expansion options to scale with evolving project requirements Evaluating potential projects for end users, as well as projects for producers and marketers that could reach various markets, including to Rover and TGP Pipeline at Mercer Line N


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Power Gen Data Center Integrated assets uniquely situated to meet the needs of power and data center development NFG is a Preferred Partner for Growing Electricity Demand Capability to provide reliable and redundant gas supply Ability to build interconnects and laterals to serve end user demand Long-term Gas Supply Agreement Core Skill Set In Developing Gathering Infrastructure Pipeline Expansion, Interconnection, Storage & Firm Transport ESG Focus Land rights/ownership Extensive pipeline connectivity Proximity to electric grid / fiber networks Substantial water access Large project management expertise Investment grade balance sheet Decades of natural gas supply Sustainability track record Pipeline & Storage


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Utility Service Territories in New York & Pennsylvania New York Last Rate Case: Joint Proposal approved December 19, 2024 (3-year rate plan effective Oct. 1, 2024 through Sept. 30, 2027) Total Customers(1): ~543,000 Allowed ROE: 9.7% (NYPSC Case 23-G-0627) Rate Mechanisms: Revenue Decoupling Weather Normalization Low Income Customer Discount Reconciliation Merchant Function Charge (Uncollectibles Adj.) 90/10 Sharing (Large Customers) Uncollectible Expense Tracker Pennsylvania *Filed rate case with the PAPUC in January 2026, see next slide Last Rate Case: 2023 (rates effective August 1, 2023) Total Customers(1): ~213,000 Allowed ROE: Black-box settlement (2023) - $23 MM rate increase Rate Mechanisms: Weather Normalization (added Aug. 1, 2023), subject to 3% deadband Low Income Rates Merchant Function Charge (Uncollectibles Adj.) Distribution System Improvement Charge (DSIC) Initiated recovery of eligible costs on January 1, 2025 Disclosed annually as of September 30, 2025. Utility


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Pennsylvania Rate Case Overview Base Rate Increase = $19.7 million 7.4% increase in total revenues, or ~2.5% increase per year since last rate case New rates expected to be effective November 1, 2026 Proposed Base Revenue Increase Key Drivers Capital Structure and Returns: Capital Structure = 43.6% debt / 56.4% equity Return on Equity = 11.25% Total Rate of Return = 8.78% Increasing rate base and depreciation expense associated with higher plant in-service NFGDC PA plans to accelerate pipeline replacement from 53 miles in 2025 to 57 miles in 2027 O&M expense inflation (e.g., labor and benefits) Seeking permanent status for Weather Normalization Adjustment (WNA) mechanism Proposing Residential Energy Efficiency pilot program Proposing to mitigate the rate increase by utilizing $7 MM set aside in a trust for the future benefit of rate payers (related to previous OPEB over-collections) On January 28, 2026, National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation filed a request with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PAPUC) to amend its tariff and increase its base rates Utility


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NY Utility Rate Case Supports Growing Earnings Outlook Three-Year Rate Settlement Approved on December 19th, 2024 Joint Proposal approved(1) on December 19, 2024: 3-year rate settlement (fiscal 2025 – 2027) with no significant modifications to the filed Joint Proposal New rates implemented on Jan. 1, 2025 with make-whole provision allowing full recovery over calendar 2025 of incremental revenue requirement not billed to customers between Oct. 1, 2024, and Dec. 31, 2024 Maintains modernization (pipeline replacement) program at a minimum of 105 miles per year over rate plan Recovery of system modernization costs, including higher rate base and depreciation expense, now included in new base rates (revenue requirement) Ratemaking mechanisms: Continuation of: weather normalization; revenue decoupling; industrial 90/10 symmetrical sharing; merchant function charge New: uncollectible expense tracker; gas safety and customer service performance metrics; customer bill impact levelization See Case 23-G-0627 on the NY PSC website. Rate Case Drivers Old Rates Approved (New) Rates (in millions) FY24 FY25 FY26 FY27 Revenue Requirement Cumulative Increase (relative to FY24) n/a $57.3 $73.1 $85.8 Rate Base $858 $1,044 $1,104 $1,163 Authorized ROE 8.7% 9.7% 9.7% 9.7% Authorized Equity Ratio 43% 48% 48% 48% Utility Utility


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Customer Affordability New York Pennsylvania Based on 2024 average monthly residential bill data posted on company websites required by the NYPSC. Based on analysis of 2025 PAPUC Annual Rate Comparison Report, which includes data for average monthly residential bills for 2024. Utility #1 Out of 9 Gas Utilities(1) #1 Out of 6 Gas Utilities(2) Expect to be among the lowest in calendar 2025 as well, including rate increase Expect to be among the lowest in calendar 2026 as well, including proposed rate increase


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Utility Continues its Significant Investments in Safety (1) A reconciliation to Capital Expenditures as presented on the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows is included at the end of this presentation. Increase from FY23 to FY24 is partially due to the impact of New York State’s Roadway Excavation Quality Assurance Act (“REQAA”) which will continue to increase investment costs in future years. Long-Standing Focus on Distribution System Safety and Reliability Utility (2)


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Long-Standing Pipeline Replacement & Modernization NY ~10,000 miles PA ~5,000 miles Miles of Utility Main Pipeline Replaced(2) Utility Mains by Material(1) (1) All values are reported on a calendar year basis, as of December 31, 2025, as required by the DOT. (2) All values are reported on a fiscal year basis, as required by the NYPSC and PAPUC. Utility 46


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Baseline emissions & emissions reduction targets are calculated pursuant to the reporting methodology under the EPA GHG Reporting Program (current Subpart W, and using AR5), primarily Distribution pipeline mains & services. Revisions of Subpart W emissions factors, effective for 2025 reporting, will change the reported baseline, 2025 emissions profile, and progress against these targets. New York Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, enacted in 2019. Targets Exceed Those Included in New York State Climate Act (CLCPA)(2) Reductions Primarily Driven by Ongoing Modernization of Mains and Services Utility Targeting Substantial Emissions Reductions 2030 75% Significant Reductions in Utility GHG Emissions to Date, Driven by System Modernization Efforts GHG Reduction Targets, Continuing Focus on Lowering Carbon Footprint ~70% Reduction Since 1990 (510,000 Metric Tons CO2e) Utility GHG Emissions Reduction Targets(1) (Based on 1990 EPA Subpart W Emissions) 90% 2050 Utility


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Guidance & Other Financial Information Contact Information: Natalie Fischer, Director of Investor Relations (716) 857-7315 fischern@natfuel.com


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Reaffirming FY26 Adjusted EPS Guidance & Assumptions Note: The acquisition of CenterPoint Energy’s Ohio natural gas utility business is expected to close in Q4 of calendar 2026 and therefore, has no impact on FY26 shown above, including financing and acquisition related costs. Excludes items impacting comparability. See Comparable GAAP Financial Measure Slides & Reconciliations at the end of this presentation. Guidance assumes NYMEX pricing of $3.75/MMBtu and in-basin spot pricing of $2.85/MMBtu for the remaining 9 months in Fiscal 2026, and reflects the impact of existing financial hedges, firm sales and firm transportation contracts. Customer Margin is defined as Operating Revenues less Purchased Gas Expense. Consolidated Effective Tax Rate ~25.5% ~25.5% Integrated Upstream & Gathering Previous Guidance Updated Guidance NYMEX natural gas price (per MMBtu) $3.75 $3.75 Remaining 9 months Spot Price (per MMBtu) $2.85 $2.85 Remaining 9 months Production (Bcf) 440 – 455 440 – 455 Integrated Operating Costs ($/Mcf) Upstream G&A ~$0.18 ~$0.18 LOE $0.17 - $0.18 $0.17 - $0.18 Gathering O&M ~$0.11 ~$0.11 DD&A $0.76 - $0.81 $0.76 - $0.81 Pipeline & Storage Previous Guidance Updated Guidance Revenues ($MM) $415 – 430 $415 – 430 O&M Expense 4 – 5% increase 4 – 5% increase Utility ($MM) Previous Guidance Updated Guidance Customer Margin(3) $470 – 490 $470 – 490 O&M Expense $250 - 260 $250 - 260 Non-Service Pension / OPEB Income $23 - 27 $23 - 27 Capital Expenditures ($MM) Previous Guidance Updated Guidance Integrated Upstream & Gathering $560 – $610 $560 – $610 P&S $210 – $250 $210 – $250 Utility $185 – $205 $185 – $205 Total Company $955 – $1,065 $955 – $1,065 (1) NYMEX Assumption (remaining 9 months) Adj. EPS Sensitivities (per share) $3.00 $6.95 - $7.45 $4.00 $7.90 - $8.40 Assuming $3.75 NYMEX, FY26 Adjusted EPS(2) of $7.60 - $8.10 ($7.85 at midpoint) represents 14% increase from FY25


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Type Curves Demonstrate Outstanding Well Results *All TILs except for 1 in FY26 are Tioga Utica Estimated wells Fiscal 2026 Drills 25 - 27 TILs* 25 - 27 Avg. TLL 12,500 – 13,000’ Drilling rigs 1.5 Estimated Tioga Utica Lower Tioga Utica Upper Tioga Marcellus Lycoming Marcellus WDA Utica Location Count 170 220 56 20 250 Avg. TLL (ft) 13,000’ 13,000’ 10,000’ 8,000’ 13,000’ D&C ($000s/ft) $1,250- $1,300 $1,250- $1,300 $900- $1,000 $1,075- $1,125 $1,050- $1,100 Avg. Royalty 15% 15% 15% 16% 2% EUR (Bcfe/ft) 2.5 2.0 – 2.4 2.0 2.7 1.7 Operational Data


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Detailed Hedging Information for Modeling Calculated as the weighted average NYMEX forward price for each time period shown based on the Fixed Price Physical firm sale execution date, plus basis differentials and transportation costs.    Units 2Q 26 3Q 26 4Q 26 Rem 26 FY 27 FY 28 FY 29 Hedged Volumes Bbtu 77,800 84,402 84,671 246,873 258,206 115,157 34,640 Swaps Volume Bbtu 25,140 36,810 36,810 98,760 114,850 50,530 4,350 Wtd. Avg. Price $ / MMBtu $4.04 $4.04 $4.04 $4.04 $3.96 $3.83 $3.73 Collars Volume Bbtu 32,175 25,200 25,200 82,575 54,200 8,680 0 Wtd. Avg. Ceiling $ / MMBtu $5.03 $4.58 $4.58 $4.75 $4.59 $4.47 $0.00 Wtd. Avg. Floor $ / MMBtu $3.66 $3.54 $3.54 $3.58 $3.56 $3.46 $0.00 Fixed Price Physical Volume Bbtu 20,485 22,392 22,661 65,538 89,156 55,947 30,290 Wtd. Avg. Price $ / MMBtu $2.47 $2.54 $2.54 $2.52 $2.65 $2.81 $2.83 NYMEX Equiv. Price(1) $ / MMBtu $3.68 $3.21 $3.36 $3.41 $3.62 $3.76 $3.71 Capped Firm Sales Volume Bbtu 1,431 1,452 1,464 4,346 5,859 500 -- NYMEX Cap $ / MMBtu $4.95 $4.95 $4.95 $4.95 $4.95 $4.95 --               Volume Bbtu -- 4,025 4,059 8,083 16,033 15,928 15,845 NYMEX Cap $ / MMBtu -- $5.65 $5.65 $5.65 $5.65 $5.65 $5.65 Volume Bbtu 1,746 1,772 1,786 5,304 7,149 7,212 7,314 NYMEX Cap $ / MMBtu $7.00 $7.00 $7.00 $7.00 $7.00 $7.00 $7.00


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Regulated Businesses: Rate Case Overview Supply Empire NY(2) PA Regulatory Agency (Governed by) FERC FERC NYPSC PAPUC Timing / Status Settlement approved by FERC June 11, 2024 New rates went into effect February 1, 2024 No moratorium or comeback period Amendment to 2019 Settlement approved by FERC on March 17, 2025 New rates went into effect November 1, 2025 Moratorium period until April 30, 2027 Comeback required by May 31, 2031 Joint Proposal approved(2) December 2024 with no significant modifications in the settlement 3-year rate plan effective October 1, 2024, with make-whole provision Filed rate case on January 28, 2026 requesting new rates effective Nov. 2026 with a $19M increase in base rates Last settlement approved in June 2023 Rates in effect since August 1, 2023 Rate Base(1) (in millions) $1,400 $300 $1,000 $500 Equity Ratio Not stated – Black box settlement Not stated – Black box settlement Authorized 48% Not stated – Black box settlement Authorized ROE Not Stated – Black box settlement Not Stated – Black box settlement Authorized 9.7% Not Stated – Black box settlement Pipeline & Storage Utility Estimated as of December 31, 2025. See Case 23-G-0627 on file with the NY PSC. Recent updates in orange


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Comparable GAAP Financial Measure Slides & Reconciliations This presentation contains certain non-GAAP financial measures. For pages that contain non-GAAP financial measures, pages containing the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures and reconciliations are provided in the slides that follow. The Company believes that its non-GAAP financial measures are useful to investors because they provide an alternative method for assessing the Company’s ongoing operating results or liquidity and for comparing the Company’s financial performance to other companies. The Company’s management uses these non-GAAP financial measures for the same purpose, and for planning and forecasting purposes. The presentation of non-GAAP financial measures is not meant to be a substitute for financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. Management defines adjusted earnings and adjusted earnings per share as reported GAAP earnings before items impacting comparability. Management defines adjusted EBITDA as reported GAAP earnings before the following items: interest expense, income taxes, depreciation, depletion and amortization, other income and deductions, impairments, and other items reflected in operating income that impact comparability. The revised adjusted earnings per share guidance range excludes certain items that impacted the comparability of adjusted operating results during the three months ended December 31, 2025, including after-tax unrealized losses on other investments, which reduced earnings by $0.01 per share. While the Company expects to record certain adjustments to unrealized gain or loss on investments during the nine months ending September 30, 2026, the amounts of these and other potential adjustments are not reasonably determinable at this time. As such, the Company is unable to provide earnings guidance other than on a non-GAAP basis. Management defines free cash flow as net cash provided by operating activities, less net cash used in investing activities, adjusted for acquisitions and divestitures. The Company is unable to provide a reconciliation of projected free cash flow as described in this presentation to its respective comparable financial measure calculated in accordance with GAAP without unreasonable efforts. This is due to our inability to reliably predict the comparable GAAP projected metrics, including operating income and total production costs, given the unknown effect, timing, and potential significance of certain income statement items. Reconciliations of forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures and non-GAAP ratios to comparable GAAP measures are not available due to the challenges and impracticability of estimating certain items, particularly depreciation and depletion expense, interest expense, income tax expense (benefit), other potential adjustments and charges, including ceiling test impairments, and non-cash unrealized derivative fair value gains and losses that are subject to market variability. Because of those challenges, a reconciliation of forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures and non-GAAP ratios is not available without unreasonable effort.


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Non-GAAP Reconciliations - Adjusted Operating Results


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Non-GAAP Reconciliations - Adjusted EBITDA, by Segment


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Non-GAAP Reconciliations - Adjusted EBITDA & Net Debt


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Non-GAAP Reconciliations - Funds From Operations


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Reconciliation – Capital Expenditures


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Safe Harbor For Forward Looking Statements This presentation may contain “forward-looking statements” as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding future prospects, plans, objectives, goals, projections, estimates of gas quantities, strategies, future events or performance and underlying assumptions, capital structure, anticipated capital expenditures, completion of construction projects, projections for pension and other post-retirement benefit obligations, impacts of the adoption of new accounting rules, and possible outcomes of litigation or regulatory proceedings, as well as statements that are identified by the use of the words “anticipates,” “estimates,” “expects,” “forecasts,” “intends,” “plans,” “predicts,” “projects,” “believes,” “seeks,” “will,” “may,” and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. The Company’s expectations, beliefs and projections are expressed in good faith and are believed by the Company to have a reasonable basis, but there can be no assurance that management’s expectations, beliefs or projections will result or be achieved or accomplished. In addition to other factors, the following are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements: changes in laws, regulations or judicial interpretations to which the Company is subject, including those involving derivatives, taxes, safety, employment, climate change, other environmental matters, real property, and exploration and production activities such as hydraulic fracturing; governmental/regulatory actions, initiatives and proceedings, including those involving rate cases (which address, among other things, target rates of return, rate design, retained natural gas and system modernization), environmental/safety requirements, affiliate relationships, industry structure, and franchise renewal; changes in economic conditions, including the imposition of additional tariffs on U.S. imports and related retaliatory tariffs, inflationary pressures, supply chain issues, liquidity challenges, and global, national or regional recessions, and their effect on the demand for, and customers’ ability to pay for, the Company’s products and services; the Company’s ability to complete strategic transactions, such as the pending transaction with CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp., including receipt of required regulatory clearances and satisfaction of other conditions to closing, and to recognize the anticipated benefits of such transactions; governmental/regulatory actions and/or market pressures to reduce or eliminate reliance on natural gas; the Company’s ability to estimate accurately the time and resources necessary to meet emissions targets; changes in the price of natural gas; impairments under the SEC’s full cost ceiling test for natural gas reserves; the creditworthiness or performance of the Company’s key suppliers, customers and counterparties; financial and economic conditions, including the availability of credit, and occurrences affecting the Company’s ability to obtain financing on acceptable terms for working capital, capital expenditures, other investments, and acquisitions, including any downgrades in the Company’s credit ratings and changes in interest rates and other capital market conditions; negotiations with the collective bargaining units representing the Company’s workforce, including potential work stoppages during negotiations; changes in price differentials between similar quantities of natural gas sold at different geographic locations, and the effect of such changes on commodity production, revenues and demand for pipeline transportation capacity to or from such locations; the impact of information technology disruptions, cybersecurity or data security breaches, including the impact of issues that may arise from the use of artificial intelligence technologies; factors affecting the Company’s ability to successfully identify, drill for and produce economically viable natural gas reserves, including among others geology, lease availability and costs, title disputes, weather conditions, water availability and disposal or recycling opportunities of used water, shortages, delays or unavailability of equipment and services required in drilling operations, insufficient gathering, processing and transportation capacity, the need to obtain governmental approvals and permits, and compliance with environmental laws and regulations; increased costs or delays or changes in plans with respect to Company projects or related projects of other companies, as well as difficulties or delays in obtaining necessary governmental approvals, permits or orders or in obtaining the cooperation of interconnecting facility operators; increasing health care costs and the resulting effect on health insurance premiums and on the obligation to provide other post-retirement benefits; other changes in price differentials between similar quantities of natural gas having different quality, heating value, hydrocarbon mix or delivery date; the cost and effects of legal and administrative claims against the Company or activist shareholder campaigns to effect changes at the Company; uncertainty of natural gas reserve estimates; significant differences between the Company’s projected and actual production levels for natural gas; changes in demographic patterns and weather conditions (including those related to climate change); changes in the availability, price or accounting treatment of derivative financial instruments; changes in laws, actuarial assumptions, the interest rate environment and the return on plan/trust assets related to the Company’s pension and other post-retirement benefits, which can affect future funding obligations and costs and plan liabilities; economic disruptions or uninsured losses resulting from major accidents, fires, severe weather, natural disasters, terrorist activities or acts of war, as well as economic and operational disruptions due to third-party outages; significant differences between the Company’s projected and actual capital expenditures and operating expenses; or increasing costs of insurance, changes in coverage and the ability to obtain insurance. Forward-looking statements include estimates of gas quantities. Proved gas reserves are those quantities of gas which, by analysis of geoscience and engineering data, can be estimated with reasonable certainty to be economically producible under existing economic conditions, operating methods and government regulations. Other estimates of gas quantities, including estimates of probable reserves, possible reserves, and resource potential, are by their nature more speculative than estimates of proved reserves. Accordingly, estimates other than proved reserves are subject to substantially greater risk of being actually realized. Investors are urged to consider closely the disclosure in our Form 10-K available at www.nationalfuel.com. You can also obtain this form on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Forward-looking and other statements in this presentation regarding methane and greenhouse gas reduction plans and goals are not an indication that these statements are necessarily material to investor or required to be disclosed in our filings with the SEC. In addition, historical, current and forward-looking statements regarding methane and greenhouse gas emissions may be based on standards for measuring progress that are still developing, internal controls, and processes that continue to evolve and assumptions that are subject to change in the future. For a discussion of the risks set forth above and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from results referred to in the forward-looking statements, see “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, and the Form 10-Q for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date thereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.