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EQT

EQT Corporation

S&P 500
EQT|Energy|Oil & Gas E&P|$65.33|P/E 19.4|MCap 40.1B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About EQT Corporation

EQT Corporation is America's only large-scale, vertically integrated natural gas producer, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company focuses on hydrocarbon exploration and pipeline transport, primarily operating in the Appalachian Basin with significant presence in the Marcellus and Utica shale formations. EQT's business model combines upstream natural gas production with midstream infrastructure ownership and operation, including gathering systems and transmission assets through its interest in EQT Midstream Partners. The company serves marketers, utilities, and industrial operators across the Eastern United States. EQT's strategy centers on low-cost natural gas production, supported by substantial drilling inventories and integrated midstream infrastructure. The company has achieved net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions and maintains an investment-grade balance sheet. Through its diversified operations, EQT provides reliable natural gas supply to support power generation, LNG export, and industrial demand while emphasizing operational efficiency and environmental responsibility.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.00%

Annual Dividend

$0.65

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

19.26%

FCF Payout Ratio

13.73%

Stock Price

$65.33

52-Week Range

$43.57 $67.26

Dividend Health Score

59/ 100Caution

EQT's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 19.3% earnings payout ratio & 13.7% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.8x current ratio & Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 84.34% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
19.3%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
13.7%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
7.3%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
7.8xSafe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
18.5%Safe
Current Ratio
0.8xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
28.9Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
9.0%Caution
Operating Margin
55.0%Very Safe
Gross Margin
45.9%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Caution
Dividend Streak
4 yrsCaution
Dividend Cut
YesDanger
5-Year Dividend CAGR
84.3%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend History (2016–2025)

EQT annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

EQT earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 17, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 2, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

5.10%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

84.34%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

25.61%

3-Year Total Growth

16.09%

5-Year Total Growth

2028.33%

10-Year Total Growth

877.79%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$6,533.00

Annual Income

$64.60

Quarterly Income

$16.15

Monthly Income

$5.38

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is EQT's current dividend yield?
EQT Corporation (EQT) currently has a dividend yield of 1.00%, based on a stock price of $65.33 and an annual dividend of $0.65.
When is EQT's next dividend payment date?
EQT's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-17 and the next payment date is 2026-03-02. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does EQT pay in dividends per year?
EQT Corporation paid $0.64 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has EQT been increasing its dividend?
EQT Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 84.34% and a 10-year CAGR of 25.61%.
Is EQT's dividend safe?
EQT Corporation has a payout ratio of 19.26%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 13.73%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is EQT's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates EQT Corporation's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for energy companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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