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EQT Corporation (NYSE: EQT) has amended its tender offer to purchase up to $200 million of its Senior Notes, increasing the Maximum Tender Amount from $150 million. The 2022 Notes have a limited Tender Cap of $181,177,000, leading to a pro rata acceptance due to excess tenders. The early results show that the 2021 Notes will be fully accepted, while the 2022 Notes will be accepted based on a proration factor of 83.8%. Payment for accepted Notes is expected on November 17, 2020, with the tender offer set to expire on November 30, 2020.

EQT Corporation announced the pricing of a $350 million offering of 5.00% senior notes due January 15, 2029. The notes are to be sold at par, with the offering expected to close on November 16, 2020, pending customary conditions. Proceeds from the offering will help finance EQT's acquisition of upstream and midstream assets from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. If the acquisition does not occur, EQT plans to use the funds to repay debt and for general corporate purposes. BofA Securities, Citigroup, Credit Suisse, and Wells Fargo Securities are managing the offering.

EQT Corporation (NYSE: EQT) has initiated a tender offer to purchase up to $150 million of its outstanding Senior Notes. This includes 4.875% Senior Notes due 2021 and 3.000% Senior Notes due 2022. The offer is subject to priority levels, with the deadline for tender submissions set for November 30, 2020. Early tender submissions by November 13, 2020 will receive higher total consideration, specifically $1,030 for 2021 Notes and $1,005 for 2022 Notes. Payments will also include accrued interest.

EQT Corporation has priced a public offering of 20 million shares of its common stock at $15.50 per share. The offering includes an option for underwriters to purchase an additional 3 million shares. Proceeds will partially fund the acquisition of upstream and midstream assets in the Appalachian Basin from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. If the acquisition is not completed, proceeds will be used to repay outstanding debt and for general corporate purposes. The offering is not contingent on the acquisition's completion.

EQT Corporation has agreed to acquire Chevron's Appalachian upstream and midstream assets for $735 million, expected to close in late Q4 2020. The acquisition is designed to enhance EQT's dominant position in the southwest Marcellus, encompassing 450 MMcfe production and significant undeveloped acreage. The deal will be financed through cash reserves and credit facilities. EQT anticipates the acquisition will improve margins and cash flow, enhancing shareholder value.

EQT Corporation has initiated a public offering of 20,000,000 shares of its common stock, with an option for underwriters to purchase an additional 3,000,000 shares. The proceeds will primarily fund the acquisition of upstream and midstream assets from Chevron in the Appalachian Basin. Completion of the offering is not contingent upon this acquisition. If the acquisition does not occur, funds will be allocated to repay debt and general corporate purposes. The offering is managed by Citigroup, Credit Suisse, BofA Securities, and Barclays.

EQT Corporation reported its third quarter 2020 results with sales volumes of 366 Bcfe, showing a slight decline from 381 Bcfe in Q3 2019. The average realized price per Mcfe decreased to $2.33, down from $2.47. A net loss of $601 million was recorded, compared to a loss of $361 million a year earlier. Free cash flow increased to $47 million, mainly due to reduced capital expenditures of $248 million, which were significantly lower than previous quarters. The company also received $202 million in tax refunds, improving liquidity amid production curtailments.

EQT Corporation released its 2019 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, detailing efforts to enhance environmentally responsible natural gas production. Key highlights include a 23% decrease in Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018, and a 78% lower methane intensity than the 2025 target. The report emphasizes EQT's commitment to stakeholders, operational efficiencies, and community investments totaling over $29 million. As the largest U.S. natural gas producer, EQT aims to play a critical role in sustainable energy practices.

EQT Corporation (NYSE: EQT) has scheduled a conference call on October 22, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. ET, to discuss its third quarter 2020 financial and operational results. The results will be released prior to market opening on the same day. A Q&A session for securities analysts will follow the discussion. Investors can access the call via the company's investor relations website, where a replay will be available for seven days.