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The Cold Snap Lit a Fire Under Natural Gas—3 Trades to Watch
By Chris Markoch. Originally Published: 1/27/2026.
Quick Look
- Natural gas stocks are gaining momentum as winter storms, data center demand, and tight U.S. supply push prices higher.
- UNG and BOIL offer tactical ways for traders to capitalize on short-term natural gas volatility during extreme weather.
- Generac provides indirect exposure to cold-weather demand as power outages increase interest in backup generation.
Late January brought snow, ice, and single-digit to sub-zero temperatures across much of the United States. Ahead of the storm, several energy stocks—especially those tied to natural gas—rallied.
Here's the part that may interest traders: U.S. natural gas production sits near decade lows while demand—even before the recent storms—continues to rise.
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Get the full story on this opportunity now.One driver is data centers. While nuclear may be a solution down the road, natural gas remains the "right now" solution. That helps explain why traders are using two ETFs as tactical tools to express short-term bullish views.
It's not the only way to warm a portfolio. Winter storms can cause power outages, which boosts interest in a company that frequently sees demand spikes during severe weather.
Each of these names may have further upside. Traders looking to play the cold snap may consider the three options below.
UNG Offers Direct Exposure to Short-Term Natural Gas Moves
The United States Natural Gas Fund (NYSEARCA: UNG) provides direct exposure to the spot price of natural gas via near-dated futures contracts. With U.S. production near decade lows and rising demand from power generation and data centers, UNG has become a vehicle for nimble traders to express a short-term bullish view during extreme winter weather.
The UNG ETF is up nearly 20% in 2026. Investors are banking on additional upside because of the supply-demand imbalance, and cold weather can tighten that supply further.
However, UNG remains well below its 2022–2023 highs, which were set after Russia invaded Ukraine. The fund plunged afterward and was a difficult trade for much of the following three years; it is down more than 61% over the last five years.
BOIL Offers 2x Leveraged Exposure to Natural Gas Futures
The ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas ETF (NYSEARCA: BOIL) takes volatility a step further by offering 2x leveraged exposure to daily natural gas futures returns. That leverage makes BOIL especially attractive during rapid price surges tied to cold weather, infrastructure constraints, or sudden demand spikes.
For aggressive traders, BOIL can amplify gains when natural gas rallies over short periods. For example, the BOIL ETF is up nearly 38% year-to-date—roughly double UNG's gain.
However, the same leverage that boosts upside also magnifies losses. Over the last five years, BOIL is down about 99%, far exceeding UNG's decline.
That makes timing critical. BOIL is best suited for experienced traders who can actively manage positions and capitalize on short-lived momentum rather than investors seeking a long-term natural gas exposure.
Generac: A Power Outage Play That Isn't Just for Hurricane Season
Generac Holdings Inc. (NYSE: GNRC) isn't a natural gas producer, but winter storms can still make it a compelling cold-weather trade. Extreme weather raises the risk of power outages, driving demand for backup generators from both residential and commercial customers.
Many of Generac's generators run on natural gas, aligning the company with growing interest in gas-fired backup power as concerns about grid reliability increase. While Generac is often associated with hurricane season, severe winter storms can produce similar demand surges. If outages persist or grid stress worsens, Generac could attract renewed investor attention.
GNRC stock is up more than 22% in 2026. Yet the stock remains roughly 16.7% below its consensus price target, and those targets appear to be rising. While Generac looks expensive at about 31x current earnings, its forward P/E is nearer 20x.
Why These Trades Require Careful Timing
What goes up can come down just as sharply. Both BOIL and UNG are tied directly to natural gas futures, one of the market's most volatile commodities. Leverage, daily resets, and futures roll costs can quickly erode returns if prices move sideways or reverse.
Weather-driven rallies can fade rapidly if forecasts change or supply rebounds. Generac faces different risks, including weaker demand if outages are limited or weather normalizes. Investors should treat these trades as short-term opportunities rather than long-term core holdings.
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