BALTIMORE, July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO) today announced the Fund’s investment returns for the first half of 2026. The total return on the Fund’s net asset value for the first half of 2026 was 18.4%, with dividends and capital gains reinvested. The comparable figures for the S&P 500 Energy Sector and the S&P 500 Materials Sector were 19.7% and 12.0%, respectively. Our benchmark, which is comprised of the S&P 500 Energy Sector (80%) and the S&P 500 Materials Sector (20%), returned 18.1%. The total return on the Fund’s market price for the same period was 18.2%.
The Semi-Annual Report to Shareholders is expected to be released on or about July 22, 2026.
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ANNUALIZED COMPARATIVE RETURNS (6/30/2026)
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1 Year
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3 Year
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5 Year
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10 Year
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Adams Natural Resources Fund (NAV)
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26.5%
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13.0%
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17.0%
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9.4%
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Adams Natural Resources Fund (market price)
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25.9%
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15.7%
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17.7%
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9.6%
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S&P 500 Energy Sector
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29.0%
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12.8%
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19.0%
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8.7%
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S&P 500 Materials Sector
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16.7%
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8.9%
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6.3%
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10.4%
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NET ASSET VALUE ANNOUNCED
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The Fund’s net asset value at June 30, 2026, compared with the year earlier, was:
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6/30/2026
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6/30/2025
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Net assets
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$769,147,614
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$634,743,865
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Shares outstanding
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28,034,839
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26,888,697
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Net asset value per share
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$27.44
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$23.61
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TEN LARGEST EQUITY PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS (6/30/2026)
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% of Net Assets
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Exxon Mobil Corporation
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23.9%
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Chevron Corporation
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12.6%
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ConocoPhillips
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6.0%
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Williams Companies, Inc.
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4.1%
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Valero Energy Corporation
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3.8%
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Linde plc
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3.6%
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SLB Ltd.
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3.3%
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Targa Resources Corp.
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3.2%
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Phillips 66
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3.1%
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Marathon Petroleum Corporation
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2.7%
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Total
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66.3%
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INDUSTRY WEIGHTINGS (6/30/2026)
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% of Net Assets
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Energy
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Integrated Oil & Gas
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38.5%
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Exploration & Production
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14.8%
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Storage & Transportation
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10.7%
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Refining & Marketing
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9.6%
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Equipment & Services
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6.9%
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Materials
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Chemicals
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10.2%
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Metals & Mining
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5.2%
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Construction Materials
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2.2%
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Containers & Packaging
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1.1%
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About Adams Funds
Since 1929, Adams Funds has consistently helped generations of investors reach their investment goals. Adams Funds is comprised of two closed-end funds, Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ADX) and Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO). The Funds are actively managed by an experienced team with a disciplined approach and have paid dividends for more than 90 years across many market cycles. The Funds are committed to paying a minimum annual distribution rate of 8% of NAV paid evenly each quarter throughout the year, providing reliability for long-term shareholders. A portion of any distribution may be treated as paid from sources other than net income, including but not limited to short-term capital gain, long-term capital gain, and return of capital. The final determination of the source of all distributions for tax reporting purposes in a calendar year, including the percentage of qualified dividend income, will be made after year-end. Shares can be purchased through our transfer agent or through a broker. For more information about Adams Funds, please visit:
adamsfunds.com
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Adams Natural Resources Fund Reports 18.4% NAV Return for First Half of 2026
Adams Natural Resources Fund reported an 18.4% total return for H1 2026, outperforming its benchmark and dividends allowed for reinvestment.
Quiver AI Summary
Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. announced an 18.4% total return on its net asset value for the first half of 2026, surpassing the benchmark return of 18.1% but slightly below the S&P 500 Energy Sector's 19.7%. The Fund's market price return was 18.2%. As of June 30, 2026, the Fund's net asset value was $769 million, with a net asset value per share of $27.44, up from $23.61 a year earlier. The top holdings include Exxon Mobil Corporation and Chevron Corporation, making up a significant portion of the Fund's assets. Adams Funds, established in 1929, manages two closed-end funds and maintains a commitment to delivering reliable distributions to shareholders. A semi-annual report to shareholders is expected on July 22, 2026.
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FAQ
What were the investment returns for Adams Natural Resources Fund in H1 2026?
The Fund reported a total return of 18.4% on its net asset value for the first half of 2026.
How does Adams Natural Resources Fund compare to its benchmarks?
The Fund's return of 18.4% is close to the benchmark's return of 18.1% and the S&P 500 Energy Sector's 19.7%.
When will the Semi-Annual Report to Shareholders be released?
The Semi-Annual Report is expected to be released on or about July 22, 2026.
What is the net asset value per share for the Fund as of June 30, 2026?
The net asset value per share was $27.44 on June 30, 2026, up from $23.61 a year earlier.
Who are the top holdings in Adams Natural Resources Fund?
The top holdings include Exxon Mobil Corporation, Chevron Corporation, and ConocoPhillips, among others, comprising 66.3% of net assets.
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Full Release
BALTIMORE, July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO) today announced the Fund’s investment returns for the first half of 2026. The total return on the Fund’s net asset value for the first half of 2026 was 18.4%, with dividends and capital gains reinvested. The comparable figures for the S&P 500 Energy Sector and the S&P 500 Materials Sector were 19.7% and 12.0%, respectively. Our benchmark, which is comprised of the S&P 500 Energy Sector (80%) and the S&P 500 Materials Sector (20%), returned 18.1%. The total return on the Fund’s market price for the same period was 18.2%.
The Semi-Annual Report to Shareholders is expected to be released on or about July 22, 2026.
The Fund’s net asset value at June 30, 2026, compared with the year earlier, was:
About Adams Funds
Since 1929, Adams Funds has consistently helped generations of investors reach their investment goals. Adams Funds is comprised of two closed-end funds, Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ADX) and Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO). The Funds are actively managed by an experienced team with a disciplined approach and have paid dividends for more than 90 years across many market cycles. The Funds are committed to paying a minimum annual distribution rate of 8% of NAV paid evenly each quarter throughout the year, providing reliability for long-term shareholders. A portion of any distribution may be treated as paid from sources other than net income, including but not limited to short-term capital gain, long-term capital gain, and return of capital. The final determination of the source of all distributions for tax reporting purposes in a calendar year, including the percentage of qualified dividend income, will be made after year-end. Shares can be purchased through our transfer agent or through a broker. For more information about Adams Funds, please visit: adamsfunds.com .
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