EQT Surges to $530M in Trading Volume, Ranks 198th in Market as Institutions Boost Holdings

On August 15, 2025, EQT Corporation (EQT) saw a 93.07% surge in trading volume to $530 million, ranking 198th in the market. The stock closed up 1.54% at $52.16, reflecting renewed institutional interest. Institutional investors, including Public Sector Pension Investment Board and Clean Energy Transition LLP, increased holdings, with institutional ownership now at 90.81%. Westpac Banking Corp notably raised its stake by 293% in Q1 2025, valued at $603,000, signaling confidence in the energy producer’s outlook.

EQT announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1575 per share, yielding 1.2% annually, with a payout ratio of 34.05%. Analysts at Scotiabank reaffirmed a “sector perform” rating, raising their price target to $68 from $66, suggesting potential upside. Meanwhile, Barclays and Wells Fargo upgraded their targets to $68 and $63, respectively, while Morgan Stanley maintained an “overweight” stance. Despite mixed earnings results—missing Q2 EPS estimates—EQT’s trailing P/E ratio of 27.82 and strong revenue growth estimates for 2025 highlight its appeal in the energy sector.

Insider transactions included Director Vicky A. Bailey selling 4,259 shares and EVP Sarah Fenton offloading 12,438 shares, though insider ownership remains at 0.65%. The stock’s 52-week range of $31.42–$61.02 and a beta of 0.59 indicate lower volatility compared to the market. With 14 “buy” ratings and a consensus target of $60.95, EQT’s valuation appears supported by both institutional and analyst optimism.

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