EQT Corp. forms $8.8B midstream joint venture with Blackstone, using funds to pay down debt.

Natural gas producer EQT Corp. is forming a new midstream joint venture with Blackstone Credit & Insurance, valued at about $8.8 billion. Blackstone will invest $3.5 billion in cash for a non-controlling stake. EQT plans to use the funds to pay down debt and redeem senior notes. The deal allows EQT to retain rights to future growth projects, including pipeline expansions. EQT's stock rose 3.7% following the announcement.

November 25, 2024
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