The Motley Fool·5d ago
My Top Natural Gas Stock Pick for 2027 and Beyond: EQT CorporationEQT is the country's only large-scale, vertically integrated natural gas producer. It also has an investment-grade balance sheet.
EQT's balance sheet has strengthened materially, with total debt down from $13.8B in 2024Q3 to $5.7B in 2026Q2 (D/E from 0.67 to 0.20), enhancing financial flexibility. However, earnings and cash flows remain highly sensitive to natural gas prices, as evidence...
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Revenue and margins are extremely volatile, with gross margin swinging from -23.2% in 2024Q2 to 98.4% in 2026Q1, reflecting high sensitivity to natural gas prices and operating leverage.
EQT Corporation is a leading natural gas producer, which positions it well in the energy sector.
EQT's forward P/E of 13.50 suggests potential undervaluation compared to its trailing P/E of 29.35.
There is a bullish thesis on EQT from 24K Research's Substack, indicating positive analyst outlook.
Trailing total returns as of 9/24/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
Check whether operating performance supports the current valuation.
Recent results and news deserve attention only when they alter the forward view.
| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jul 21, 2026 | $0.39-5.4% vs $0.41 | $1.8B+2.6% vs $1.8B |
Q2 2026 Apr 21, 2026 | $2.33+12.0% vs $2.08 | $3.4B+5.1% vs $3.2B |
Q1 2026 Feb 17, 2026 | $0.90+18.4% vs $0.76 | $2.4B+12.2% vs $2.1B |
Q4 2025 Oct 21, 2025 | $0.52+43.8% vs $0.36 | $1.8B+0.7% vs $1.8B |
EQT is the country's only large-scale, vertically integrated natural gas producer. It also has an investment-grade balance sheet.
Bank of America Corp DE grew its stake in shares of EQT Corporation (NYSE: EQT) by 7.2% during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 4,240,709 shares of the oil and gas producer's stock after buying an additional 284,244
Swedish private equity firm EQT and Norges Bank Investment Management, the manager of Norway's sovereign wealth fund, are launching a joint bid for Acciona Energia , Spanish newspaper Expansion reported on Tuesday, citing market sources.
California State Teachers Retirement System boosted its stake in EQT Corporation (NYSE: EQT) by 5,000.6% in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 36,749,722 shares of the oil and gas producer's stock after purchasing an additional 36,029,223 shares
Benchmark EQT against direct peers instead of judging its metrics in isolation.
Key metrics vs top competitors for EQT Corporation (EQT)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $51.08 | $31.95B | 15.43 | 73.74% | 22.48% | 7.9% | 1.22% | |
| $35.65 | $10.96B | 17.56 | 21.73% | 18.56% | 13.64% | — | |
| $38.77 | $9.06B | 14.15 | 27.56% | 25.99% | 19.3% | — | |
| $33.00 | $4.67B | 8.29 | 48.87% | 39.7% | 21.19% | — | |
| $32.56 | $24.72B | 14.47 | 40.07% | 21.68% | 11.26% | — | |
| $48.04 | $33.64B | 11.44 | 7.83% | 16.67% | 14.9% | — |
EQT Corporation (EQT) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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EQT Corporation (EQT) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Jul 21, 2026·SEC
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Apr 21, 2026·SEC
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EQT Corporation (EQT) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
EQT Corporation (EQT) reported $9.29B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 399% increase from $1.86B in 1996.
EQT Corporation (EQT) grew revenue by 73.7% over the past year. This is strong growth.
Yes, EQT Corporation (EQT) is profitable, generating $2.85B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (22.5% net margin).
Yes, EQT Corporation (EQT) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.22%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
EQT Corporation (EQT) has a return on equity (ROE) of 7.9%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
EQT Corporation (EQT) generated $3.77B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
