After a punishing four year run, it looks as though natural gas futures may be ready to cross into the black for 2012. NG had been a very popular short for many investors since 2008, as its price cratered following the recession . Abundant resources and improved technology were among the culprits that turned natural gas into one of the cheapest fossil fuels around. That negative momentum carried through into 2012, but was stopped short as NG was determined to finish the year on a strong note [for more natural gas news and analysis subscribe to our free newsletter ]. See the full story here → Related Posts: Which Natural Gas ETF Is Right For You? UNG vs. GASZ vs. GAZ Five ETFs to Ride the Natural Gas Rally Natural Gas ETPs Head-To-Head: GASZ vs. UNG Why You Should Sell UNG, Buy FCG Commodity Trading Trends: Natural Gas In Focus