EQT Corporation operates as a natural gas production company in the United States. The company sells natural gas and natural gas liquids to marketers, utilities, and industrial customers through pipelines located in the Appalachian Basin. It also offers marketing services and contractual pipeline capacity management services. The company was formerly known as Equitable Resources Inc. and changed its name to EQT Corporation in February 2009. EQT Corporation was founded in 1878 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

EQT Corporation

The worst performing sector as of midday Wednesday is the Energy sector, showing a 0.6% loss. Within the sector, EQT Corp (Symbol: EQT) and Expand Energy Corp (Symbol: EXE) are two of the day's laggards, showing a loss of 2.3% and 1.9%, respectively. Among energy ETFs, one ETF following the sector is the Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (Symbol: XLE), which is down 0.5% on the day, and up 7.83% year-to-date. EQT Corp, meanwhile, is up 17.17% year-to-date, and Expand Energy Corp is up 13.62% year-to-date. Combined, EQT and EXE make up approximately 4.3% of the underlying holdings of XLE.
The next worst performing sector is the Technology & Communications sector, showing a 0.4% loss. Among large Technology & Communications stocks, Western Digital Corp (Symbol: WDC) and International Business Machines Corp (Symbol: IBM) are the most notable, showing a loss of 2.0% and 1.8%, respectively. One ETF closely tracking Technology & Communications stocks is the Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLK), which is down 0.3% in midday trading, and up 25.41% on a year-to-date basis. Western Digital Corp, meanwhile, is up 283.37% year-to-date, and International Business Machines Corp is up 38.02% year-to-date. Combined, WDC and IBM make up approximately 2.9% of the underlying holdings of XLK.
Comparing these stocks and ETFs on a trailing twelve month basis, below is a relative stock price performance chart, with each of the symbols shown in a different color as labeled in the legend at the bottom:
Here's a snapshot of how the S&P 500 components within the various sectors are faring in afternoon trading on Wednesday. As you can see, none of the sectors are up on the day, while nine sectors are down.
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Wednesday Sector Laggards: Energy, Technology & Communications

Key Points
U.S. electricity demand should rise sharply in the next decade, driven by grid electrification and the growth of data centers.
Companies with extensive energy infrastructure are well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for energy.
Natural gas is poised for growth as international demand and export capacity surge, fueled by a move to replace coal.
Energy is the lifeblood of the economy. It powers homes, factories, and data centers that drive the latest advances in artificial intelligence (AI), and energy demand is expected to continue growing over the next several years.
The Bank of America Institute projects that U.S. electricity demand will increase by around 2.5% annually over the next decade. To put this into perspective, electricity demand in the U.S. grew at a rate of 0.5% annually over the previous decade, making the projected growth rate five times faster.
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Energy demand is growing as we electrify the grid and see more data centers come online, and energy security has become a top priority for the U.S. If you're looking to capitalize on this structural long-term demand for energy, here are four excellent stocks to buy with $2,500 and hold forever.
1. This company's extensive technology helps support the power grid
GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) is a leading company in the electric power industry, following its spin-off from General Electric (now GE Aerospace) in 2024. The company operates as an independent energy technology company providing services and technologies that support the electric system.
The company operates a vast fleet of GE-built equipment worldwide, primarily comprising gas, steam, and wind turbines, as well as grid infrastructure. In total, GE Vernova's installed base generates over one-quarter of the world's electricity, providing steady sales from equipment, as well as revenue from maintaining and modernizing existing infrastructure.
GE Vernova is a strong pure play on rising U.S. energy demand. As data center buildout continues, high demand for its efficient gas turbines is surging. That's because one of the primary obstacles for hyperscalers is energy and the time it takes to expand the power grid. Because its gas turbines can be installed in months, not years, it is ideal for rapid energy deployment.
As of late 2025, GE Vernova's backlog is $135 billion, and it expects it could grow to $200 billion by 2028. In its gas turbine segment alone, the pipeline of signed orders and slot reservations is approaching 70 GW, showing robust demand for future services.
2. This integrated oil and gas company is focusing on natural gas for future growth
ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM) is one of the largest integrated oil and gas companies in the U.S. The company has a diverse portfolio of assets across Guyana and the resource-rich Permian Basin, along with key liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals.
Exxon operates an integrated business model, encompassing both upstream (exploration and production) and downstream (refining crude oil into petroleum products and chemicals) operations. This helps smooth out some of the cyclicality in the oil and gas business, which can lead to fluctuations in earnings and share price.
Many may view ExxonMobil as an oil stock, but the real opportunity over the next decade will come from its natural gas business. To meet growing energy demand, the U.S. will need more natural gas alongside other energy sources such as nuclear, wind, and solar.
As noted above for GE Vernova, demand for gas turbines is robust, which should benefit ExxonMobil as it doubles down on natural gas and LNG.
3. Growing demand bodes well for the largest natural gas producer in the U.S.
EQT (NYSE: EQT) is one of the largest natural gas producers in the U.S., with a focus on extracting gas from the Marcellus and Utica shales in the Appalachian Basin. Its business includes the exploration and production of natural gas, as well as the transportation and sale of the gas to utilities, power plants, LNG exporters, and other industrial users.
As noted above, natural gas is a cleaner-burning alternative to other fuels and can help address growing energy demand today, rather than in years to come. The versatility of natural gas enables it to power homes and factories, as well as serve as a key component in the production of chemicals, fertilizers, and plastics.
One major growth market for U.S. LNG is Europe and Asia, where countries are replacing coal with natural gas and reducing dependence on less stable energy suppliers. This should help provide sustained demand over the coming years. The U.S. is the world's largest LNG exporter, shipping 11.9 billion cubic feet per day in 2024, and continues to expand export terminals.
4. Earn an attractive dividend yield with this pipeline operator
Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD) is a midstream giant with over 50,000 miles of pipelines, as well as storage, terminaling, and processing facilities. What makes pipeline operators appealing is that they are paid based on the volume of product they transport, rather than on commodity price.
The company operates as a master limited partnership (MLP), a pass-through entity that combines the tax benefits of a partnership with the liquidity of publicly traded stock. As a result, the company must return most of its income to investors through distributions and yields 6.8%, making it highly appealing to income-focused investors.
The pipeline operator has over $5.1 billion in capital projects under construction, including new processing plants and export terminals, as it seeks to capitalize on the growing demand for natural gas. As global energy demand grows, with natural gas as a leading fuel source, Enterprise Products Partners is well-positioned for growth in the years ahead.
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Below is Validea's guru fundamental report for EQT CORP (EQT). Of the 22 guru strategies we follow, EQT rates highest using our Price/Sales Investor model based on the published strategy of Kenneth Fisher. This value strategy rewards stocks with low P/S ratios, long-term profit growth, strong free cash flow and consistent profit margins.
EQT CORP (EQT) is a large-cap growth stock in the Oil & Gas Operations industry. The rating using this strategy is 50% based on the firm’s underlying fundamentals and the stock’s valuation. A score of 80% or above typically indicates that the strategy has some interest in the stock and a score above 90% typically indicates strong interest.
The following table summarizes whether the stock meets each of this strategy's tests. Not all criteria in the below table receive equal weighting or are independent, but the table provides a brief overview of the strong and weak points of the security in the context of the strategy's criteria.
Detailed Analysis of EQT CORP
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(RTTNews) - EQT Real Estate announced that the EQT Real Estate Industrial Core-Plus Fund IV has acquired I-78 Commerce Center, a cross-dock distribution center located in Berks County, Pennsylvania. The facility features 40-foot clear heights, 590-foot building depth, and a 185-foot truck court, along with 123 dock-high doors, four drive-in doors, and parking for 156 trailers.
Matthew Brodnik, Chief Investment Officer at EQT Real Estate, said: "This acquisition adds yet another high-quality asset to our logistics portfolio in one of the most supply-contrained and strategically located distribution markets in the U.S., with the facility's design and location positioning it well to serve both regional and national demand."
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EQT Real Estate Acquires I-78 Commerce Center In Central Pennsylvania

U.S. natural gas futures have pulled back sharply in recent sessions, even after the latest government data showed a triple-digit storage withdrawal. Prices moved lower as traders shifted focus away from storage and back toward weather forecasts and supply trends.
At this time, we advise investors to focus on stocks such as Coterra Energy (CTRA), EQT Corporation (EQT) and Excelerate Energy (EE), which are positioned to benefit from longer-term natural gas demand tied to infrastructure and exports.
Prices Slide as Weather Turns Milder
Natural gas prices struggled throughout the week, finishing near their lowest levels since late October. The front-month futures contract fell more than 3% over the week, settling just below $4 per million British thermal units. Early attempts to rebound faded quickly as updated forecasts showed warmer-than-normal temperatures lasting into early January. With less cold weather expected, traders scaled back expectations for heating demand, putting steady pressure on prices.
The market reaction highlighted how sensitive winter trading remains to short-term weather shifts. Even after a cold start to December, the lack of sustained freezing temperatures erased much of the earlier weather-driven premium.
Supply Strength Outweighs Storage Draw
The latest Energy Information Administration weekly report showed a large 167 billion cubic feet (Bcf) storage withdrawal. While the draw was well above normal for this time of the year, total inventories remained slightly above the five-year average, suggesting that supply is still adequate to meet demand.
At the same time, U.S. natural gas production continued to hover near record levels, averaging around 110 Bcf per day in December. This steady flow of supply has limited upside for prices, even as LNG exports provide a consistent baseline demand.
Overall market signals point to caution. Traders do not appear concerned about a late-winter storage shortfall, treating cold-weather price spikes as chances to sell rather than the start of a lasting rally. Unless forecasts turn much colder, an ample supply is expected to keep prices under pressure.
Looking Ahead With a Long-Term Lens
While near-term price action remains tied to weather and production, the longer-term outlook is more balanced. LNG exports, pipeline demand and global gas markets continue to provide structural support to U.S. natural gas over time.
Short-term volatility is likely to persist through the heart of winter, but investors with a longer horizon may find opportunity in companies linked to natural gas infrastructure and exports. At this time, we advise investors to focus on stocks such as Coterra Energy, EQT and Excelerate Energy, which remain well-positioned as natural gas demand continues to evolve beyond short-term weather swings.
3 Stocks to Focus on
Coterra Energy: It is an independent upstream operator primarily engaged in the exploration, development and production of natural gas. Headquartered in Houston, TX, the firm owns some 186,000 net acres in the gas-producing Marcellus Shale of the Appalachian Basin. The company’s share of natural gas in its overall production is more than 60%.
Coterra’s expected earnings per share growth rate for three to five years is currently 27.8%, which compares favorably with the industry's growth rate of 17.2%. Valued at over $19 billion, Coterra Energy — carrying a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) — has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of roughly 6.6%, on average.
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EQT: EQT is the premier natural gas producer in the domestic market based on average daily sales volumes. With a primary emphasis on the Appalachian Basin, spanning Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, the company’s share of natural gas in its overall production/sales is more than 90%.
EQT beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings in each of the last four quarters. The Zacks #3 Ranked natural gas producer has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of roughly 16.7%, on average.
Excelerate Energy: Headquartered in The Woodlands, TX, the company focuses on LNG infrastructure and services, particularly Floating Storage Regasification Units (FSRUs) and associated terminals. Operating across both emerging and developed markets, Excelerate Energy accounts for about 20% of the global FSRU fleet and 5% of total regasification capacity. Established in 2003, the company is now expanding into LNG-to-power and gas distribution, offering reliable and flexible energy solutions worldwide.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Excelerate Energy’s 2025 earnings per share indicates 2.4% year-over-year growth. This #3 Ranked firm has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of roughly 26.7%, on average.
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Why a Big Storage Draw Failed to Lift Natural Gas Prices

The natural gas market presented a mixed picture in 2025, characterized by divergent regional prices and moderated demand. The U.S. benchmark price surged past $5 per MMBtu in early December for the first time in three years, driven by strong LNG exports and cold weather, while European prices trended lower.
Globally, demand growth slowed to a modest 0.5% through the first three quarters of the year (as per World Bank data), dampened by high prices and macroeconomic pressures. However, as we approach 2026, a key shift is on the horizon, with major institutions projecting a demand rebound next year.
Notably, the World Bank report estimates natural gas consumption to rise around 2%, led by a recovery in the Asia Pacific region. This anticipated turnaround, fueled by recovering industrial activity and increased use in the power sector, puts a strategic spotlight on Natural Gas Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) as a way for investors to position for this potential growth.
But before suggesting a handful of ETFs that may add to your watchlist, let us analyze the factors that influenced the natural gas market and what could drive its rebound next year, helping you make a more informed decision.
2025 Headwinds vs. 2026 Rebound Expectations
In 2025, natural gas prices were influenced by a complex set of supply-and-demand factors. One of the most prominent features of the year was the divergence between U.S. and European prices. Strong U.S. production growth and robust demand for American LNG exports to Europe supported domestic prices. Conversely, Europe experienced lower prices due to ample LNG availability.
On the other hand, demand in price-sensitive Asian markets was tempered by high spot LNG prices, macroeconomic uncertainty, sluggish LNG imports in China due to increased domestic production and weak industrial demand, as well as competition from Europe. These factors weighed on regional natural gas pricing and slowed demand growth across the region.
Moreover, production in Russia declined, constrained by sanctions and the loss of the European pipeline market. This tightened global supply, putting margin pressure on gas companies.
Heading into 2026, expectations point to a significant increase in supply and a rebound in demand. The International Energy Agency forecasts a record 7% rise in LNG supply, the strongest since 2019, driven by new projects coming online in the United States, Qatar and Canada.
This influx is anticipated to lower spot prices just enough to unlock latent demand in Asia, particularly China and India. For producers and midstream providers, this volume-driven growth is expected to bolster profitability, subsequently driving the valuations of Natural Gas ETFs that track these sector leaders.
Natural Gas ETFs Poised to Gain
Considering the aforementioned projection, for investors looking to capitalize on the gas market’s expected recovery, Natural Gas ETFs offer a strategic advantage. They provide instant diversification across a basket of companies involved in production, exploration, and infrastructure, mitigating the risk associated with investing in any single firm.
Furthermore, they offer a pure-play, liquid exposure to the commodity's price trajectory and the sector's financial health without the complexities of analyzing individual balance sheets. This makes them an efficient tool to gain broad-based exposure to the anticipated 2026 upswing.
Given this, here are three ETFs that should gain in 2026 from the anticipated recovery in natural gas demand and price:
United States Natural Gas ETF UNG
This fund, with net assets worth $578.8 million, tracks the daily price movements of natural gas.
UNG has lost 24.8% year to date but gained 6.4% since Oct. 15, 2025, driven by an upward trend observed in gas prices on account of forecasts of colder winter weather and strong demand for U.S. LNG exports. The fund charges 124 basis points (bps) as fees. It traded at a volume of 12.26 million shares in the last trading session.
Global X U.S. Natural Gas ETF LNGX
This fund, with net assets worth $4.64 million, provides exposure to 34 companies engaged in the exploration, production, and initial processing of Natural Gas and NGLs (“upstream”), as well as transportation, storage, processing, offshore exports, and liquefaction infrastructure that processes LNG for export (midstream). Its top three holdings include Coterra Energy CTRA (8.10%), Expand Energy EXE (7.65%) and EQT Corp. EQT (7.57%).
LNGX has risen 5.7% year to date and improved 5.8% since Oct. 15, 2025. The fund charges 45 bps as fees. It traded at a volume of 0.005 million shares in the last trading session.
ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas BOIL
This fund, with a net asset value of $25.93, is the only ETF that targets 2x the daily returns of natural gas futures.
BOIL has lost 52.4% year to date but rose 4.8% since Oct. 15, 2025. The fund charges 95 bps as fees. It traded at a volume of 7.86 million shares in the last trading session.
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Natural Gas ETFs to Gain With Demand Expected to Rebound in 2026

EQT Corporation EQT, one of the largest U.S.-based producer of natural gas, has witnessed an impressive rise of 23.1% in its share price over the past year, outperforming the broader Oils-Energy sector's 7.5% growth during the same time frame. EQT has clearly outpaced its sub-industry peers, including Antero Resources Corporation AR and Range Resources Corporation RRC. Antero Resources reported a rise of 10.4%, while Range Resources stock rose 3.4% during the period.
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EQT is primarily involved in the production of natural gas, with numerous untapped drilling locations within the highly productive Appalachian Basin in the United States, presenting a robust production outlook. Let us look at the key factors influencing EQT’s recent gains and its performance.
Positive Factors Boosting EQT’s Performance
Rising Demand for Natural Gas: EQT, being a pure-play natural gas producer, is set to benefit from the increasing demand for natural gas as a cleaner-burning fuel. Furthermore, the rapid development of gas-fired power plants and the rise in data centers in the Appalachian region, combined with ongoing coal plant retirements, are expected to drive demand for natural gas by 2030. EQT estimates that these trends could contribute to roughly 10 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) of incremental gas demand by 2030. As a large-scale, vertically integrated natural gas producer in the Appalachian Basin, the company is well-positioned to support this increase in demand.
Increase in Natural Gas Prices: Natural gas prices have shown a notable increase in 2025 compared to the prior year's levels. Furthermore, due to the winter heating season, natural gas prices are increasing, driven by the rising consumption for space heating. As per the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Henry Hub spot natural gas prices are projected to average $4.30 per million British thermal units (MMBtu) during the winter heating season between November and March, representing an increase of 22% from last winter. Healthy natural gas prices are expected to support earnings growth and an increase in free cash flow generation for EQT.
Strong Free Cash Flow Generation: EQT has consistently outperformed its free cash flow estimates over the past few quarters. In the third quarter, the company recorded strong free cash flows of $484 million, attributable to EQT. The company has generated over $2.3 billion of cumulative free cash flow between the fourth quarter of 2024 and nine months of 2025 at an average natural gas price of just $3.25 per million Btu. The significant cash flow generation capabilities of the company underscore its strong operational and financial performance, which generates tangible returns for shareholders. The high free cash flow generation provides resilience against market volatility and supports long-term shareholder returns, while also enabling the company to pursue growth opportunities.
Headwinds to Consider
Hedging Strategy: EQT plans to keep a majority of its natural gas production for 2026 and beyond unhedged. This decision offers material upside if natural gas prices strengthen, resulting in higher price realizations. However, oil and natural gas prices remain highly volatile depending on a number of factors. Hedging allows producers to fix prices beforehand, thereby ensuring revenue stability in case of price downturns. Keeping a significant portion of its production unhedged increases EQT’s exposure to price declines, which may impact its cash flows in the case of significant volatility.
Increasing Prominence of Renewables Poses Long-Term Risks: The growing prominence of renewables in the energy landscape, like solar and wind power for electricity generation as an alternative to traditional fossil fuels, poses risks for exploration and production players like EQT. The global shift toward renewable energy sources to improve the sustainability of the energy sector is gaining momentum. The broader energy transition may limit the use of traditional fossil fuels, thereby pressuring EQT’s volume growth in the long run.
Concluding Remarks
EQT benefits from the rising demand for natural gas driven by the rise in data centers and artificial intelligence, healthy natural gas prices, and strong free cash flow generation. However, its hedging strategy poses risks to its financial performance. Furthermore, the increasing shift toward renewables also raises concerns. Hence, it is recommended to exercise caution with this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stock.You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Antero Resources Corporation, carrying a Zacks Rank #3, is one of the leading natural gas and natural gas liquids producers in the United States. The company boasts more than 20 years of premium, low-cost inventory in the Appalachian Basin, primarily in West Virginia and Ohio.
Range Resources Corporation, carrying a Zacks Rank #3, is one of the top 10 natural gas producers in the United States, primarily operating in the prolific Appalachian Basin. RRC updated its total production for 2025 to approximately 2.23 billion cubic feet equivalent per day, with more than 30% attributed to liquids production.
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Here Is Why the Hold Strategy Is Apt for EQT Stock Right Now

Fintel reports that on December 12, 2025, UBS maintained coverage of EQT (NYSE:EQT) with a Buy recommendation.
Analyst Price Forecast Suggests 18.22% Upside
As of December 5, 2025, the average one-year price target for EQT is $65.70/share. The forecasts range from a low of $48.29 to a high of $88.20. The average price target represents an increase of 18.22% from its latest reported closing price of $55.57 / share.
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The projected annual revenue for EQT is 8,643MM, an increase of 12.12%. The projected annual non-GAAP EPS is 14.07.
What is the Fund Sentiment?
There are 1,863 funds or institutions reporting positions in EQT. This is an decrease of 86 owner(s) or 4.41% in the last quarter. Average portfolio weight of all funds dedicated to EQT is 0.43%, an increase of 6.25%. Total shares owned by institutions increased in the last three months by 3.63% to 680,219K shares. The put/call ratio of EQT is 0.76, indicating a bullish outlook.
What are Other Shareholders Doing?
Wellington Management Group Llp holds 42,175K shares representing 6.76% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 42,767K shares , representing a decrease of 1.40%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 11.24% over the last quarter.
VTSMX - Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund Investor Shares holds 19,236K shares representing 3.08% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 18,874K shares , representing an increase of 1.88%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 0.75% over the last quarter.
Blackstone Group holds 18,282K shares representing 2.93% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 4K shares , representing an increase of 99.98%. The firm increased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 360,085.98% over the last quarter.
Capital International Investors holds 17,703K shares representing 2.84% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 17,929K shares , representing a decrease of 1.27%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 13.62% over the last quarter.
VFINX - Vanguard 500 Index Fund Investor Shares holds 16,993K shares representing 2.72% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 16,576K shares , representing an increase of 2.45%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 0.59% over the last quarter.
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UBS Maintains EQT (EQT) Buy Recommendation

Fintel reports that on December 12, 2025, Mizuho maintained coverage of EQT (NYSE:EQT) with a Outperform recommendation.
Analyst Price Forecast Suggests 18.24% Upside
As of December 5, 2025, the average one-year price target for EQT is $65.70/share. The forecasts range from a low of $48.29 to a high of $88.20. The average price target represents an increase of 18.24% from its latest reported closing price of $55.56 / share.
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The projected annual revenue for EQT is 8,643MM, an increase of 12.12%. The projected annual non-GAAP EPS is 14.07.
What is the Fund Sentiment?
There are 1,863 funds or institutions reporting positions in EQT. This is an decrease of 86 owner(s) or 4.41% in the last quarter. Average portfolio weight of all funds dedicated to EQT is 0.43%, an increase of 6.25%. Total shares owned by institutions increased in the last three months by 3.63% to 680,219K shares. The put/call ratio of EQT is 0.76, indicating a bullish outlook.
What are Other Shareholders Doing?
Wellington Management Group Llp holds 42,175K shares representing 6.76% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 42,767K shares , representing a decrease of 1.40%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 11.24% over the last quarter.
VTSMX - Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund Investor Shares holds 19,236K shares representing 3.08% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 18,874K shares , representing an increase of 1.88%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 0.75% over the last quarter.
Blackstone Group holds 18,282K shares representing 2.93% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 4K shares , representing an increase of 99.98%. The firm increased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 360,085.98% over the last quarter.
Capital International Investors holds 17,703K shares representing 2.84% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 17,929K shares , representing a decrease of 1.27%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 13.62% over the last quarter.
VFINX - Vanguard 500 Index Fund Investor Shares holds 16,993K shares representing 2.72% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 16,576K shares , representing an increase of 2.45%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in EQT by 0.59% over the last quarter.
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Mizuho Maintains EQT (EQT) Outperform Recommendation

(RTTNews) - EQT (EQT) announced that its Infrastructure III and Infrastructure IV funds have fully exited their investment in Kodiak Gas Services.
The exit concludes EQT's first IPO from its infrastructure platform and a nearly seven-year partnership that supported Kodiak's rise into one of North America's largest contract compression companies.
Founded in 2011 and based in Houston, Kodiak provides essential natural gas compression equipment and services across the U.S. energy value chain. Its high-horsepower fleet supports major producers and midstream operators in key low-cost basins. The company's services are critical to maintaining domestic energy security by ensuring reliable natural gas transport in a complex supply environment.
Since EQT's initial investment in 2019, Kodiak has undergone substantial operational and strategic transformation. It executed multiple acquisitions, invested in digital tools and analytics to improve asset efficiency and lower emissions, and released its first sustainability report.
Kodiak now operates one of the lowest-emission fleets in the U.S. compression market. Over the investment period, revenue and EBITDA increased more than eightfold, the workforce grew by over 400 percent to more than 1,300 employees, and operations expanded across new markets in North America.
Kodiak was listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2023. EQT gradually reduced its stake over the following 30 months through a series of sell-downs while continuing to support the company's transition as a public business.
Alex Darden, Partner and Head of the EQT Infrastructure Advisory Team Americas, noted that Kodiak's growth demonstrates the impact of long-term, responsible ownership. He stated that Kodiak broadened its reach, strengthened service capabilities, and established a strong foundation for ongoing market leadership.
Mickey McKee, Kodiak's President and CEO, said the partnership with EQT enabled Kodiak to scale with discipline, build one of the largest compression platforms in North America, and set new standards in performance, safety, and sustainability. He said Kodiak is well-positioned for future growth.
EQT closed Wednesday at $57.25, down 2.17%, and is trading pre-market at $57.09, a further decline of 0.28% on the NYSE.
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