Summary
Consolidated Edison, Inc. (ED) announced on November 24, 2025, that a subsidiary has entered into an agreement to sell its approximately 6.6% stake in Mountain Valley Pipeline, LLC (MVP) to an Ares Management fund for $357.5 million. This sale includes the company's interests in both the Mountain Valley Pipeline and its Mainline Expansion. The proceeds from this transaction are earmarked to help fund Con Edison's common equity needs for 2026 and will also be used for general corporate purposes. The sale is expected to close in the first half of 2026, contingent upon standard closing conditions and the potential exercise of preferential rights by MVP's founding members. This divestment represents a strategic move by Con Edison to manage its capital structure and allocate resources.
Key Highlights
- 1Con Edison subsidiary to sell ~6.6% interest in Mountain Valley Pipeline, LLC (MVP) and its Mainline Expansion.
- 2Sale price agreed upon is $357.5 million to an Ares Management fund.
- 3Transaction expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary conditions and preferential rights.
- 4Proceeds will be used to partially offset 2026 common equity needs.
- 5Proceeds will also be utilized for general corporate purposes.
- 6The base purchase price is subject to adjustments for accrued taxes, performance assurances, distributions, and capital contributions.