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DivestmentAug 10, 2026, 06:08 AM

Plains All American Sells Canadian NGL Business for $3.88B; $1.64B Gain

AI Summary

Plains All American Pipeline completed the strategic divestment of its Canadian NGL Business for approximately $3.88 billion in cash, resulting in a significant gain of $1.64 billion from discontinued operations. This transaction heavily contributed to a substantial increase in net income attributable to PAA, reaching $1.83 billion for the second quarter of 2026. The company also reported strong performance in its continuing operations, with revenues and operating income showing notable growth, alongside a significant reduction in both short-term and long-term debt.

Key Highlights

  • Completed sale of Canadian NGL Business for $3.88 billion cash.
  • Recognized a $1.64 billion gain from discontinued operations in Q2 2026.
  • Net income attributable to PAA surged to $1.83 billion in Q2 2026.
  • Total revenues from continuing operations rose to $17.69 billion in Q2 2026.
  • Operating income from continuing operations increased to $398 million in Q2 2026.
  • Short-term debt significantly reduced from $563 million to $9 million.
  • Senior notes (long-term debt) decreased by $745 million to $8.37 billion.
  • Net cash provided by investing activities was $3.10 billion for H1 2026.