Melius initiates EQT stock with Buy rating on Appalachian gas dominance

Published 20/08/2025, 12:58
Melius initiates EQT stock with Buy rating on Appalachian gas dominance

Investing.com - Melius Research initiated coverage on EQT Corp. (NYSE:EQT) with a Buy rating and a price target of $64.00 on Wednesday. According to InvestingPro data, the stock has demonstrated strong momentum with a 54% return over the past year, while analysts’ targets range from $42 to $74.

The research firm cited EQT (ST:EQTAB)’s position as a "pure-play Appalachian Basin gas giant" with operations concentrated in the Marcellus and Utica shales across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio.

EQT stands as the largest U.S. natural gas producer, generating over 6 billion cubic feet per day of production, according to Melius.

The company possesses more than 25 trillion cubic feet of reserves, further strengthening its market position in the natural gas sector.

EQT’s operations are almost exclusively focused in the Appalachian Basin, making it a specialized player in one of America’s most productive natural gas regions.

In other recent news, EQT Corporation announced its second-quarter 2025 earnings, surpassing analyst expectations with an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.45, compared to the forecasted $0.42. The company’s revenue also exceeded projections, reaching $2.56 billion, which was significantly higher than the anticipated $1.76 billion. These results represent a 45.45% surprise over revenue estimates, highlighting a strong performance for the quarter. Despite the positive earnings report, EQT’s stock experienced a decline in after-hours trading. This development comes amid a backdrop of fluctuating market conditions. Analysts are closely monitoring the company’s performance, as the earnings report signals potential shifts in market dynamics. The unexpected revenue figures have caught the attention of investors and analysts alike. These recent developments underscore the importance of keeping a close watch on EQT’s financial health and strategic decisions.

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