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Cheniere Energy, Inc. — fact timeline

Source-grounded facts extracted from Cheniere Energy, Inc.'s SEC 8-K filings across all families, newest first. Each cites a verbatim SEC excerpt.

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Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Registration Rights Agreement with BofA Securities, Inc. as representative of the initial purchasers valued at Registration rights for the Notes (effective 2026-06-09).

“In connection with the issuance of the Notes, Cheniere Partners, the Guarantors and BofA Securities, Inc., as representative of the initial purchasers, entered into a Registration Rights Agreement dated as of the Issue Date (the “Registration Rights Agreement”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Twelfth Supplemental Indenture (2056 Notes) with The Bank of New York Mellon, as trustee valued at 6.050% Senior Notes due 2056; $750 million aggregate principal amount (effective 2026-06-09).

“On June 9, 2026 (the “Issue Date”), Cheniere Energy Partners, L.P. (“Cheniere Partners”), a subsidiary of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere”), closed the sale of its previously announced offering of $1 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.350% Senior Notes due 2036 (the “2036 Notes”) and $750 million aggregate principal amount of 6.050% Senior Notes due 2056 (the “2056 Notes” and, together with the 2036 Notes, the “Notes”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Eleventh Supplemental Indenture (2036 Notes) with The Bank of New York Mellon, as trustee valued at 5.350% Senior Notes due 2036; $1 billion aggregate principal amount (effective 2026-06-09).

“On June 9, 2026 (the “Issue Date”), Cheniere Energy Partners, L.P. (“Cheniere Partners”), a subsidiary of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere”), closed the sale of its previously announced offering of $1 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.350% Senior Notes due 2036 (the “2036 Notes”) and $750 million aggregate principal amount of 6.050% Senior Notes due 2056 (the “2056 Notes” and, together with the 2036 Notes, the “Notes”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Purchase Agreement with BofA Securities, Inc., as representative of the initial purchasers valued at $1 billion aggregate principal amount of its 5.350% Senior Notes due 2036 and $750 million aggregate (effective 2026-05-26).

“On May 26, 2026, Cheniere Energy Partners, L.P. (“Cheniere Partners”), a subsidiary of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere”), and each of Cheniere Energy Investments, LLC, Sabine Pass LNG-GP, LLC, Sabine Pass LNG, L.P., Sabine Pass Tug Services, LLC, Cheniere Creole Trail Pipeline, L.P. and Cheniere Pipeline GP Interests, LLC, as guarantors, entered into a Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with BofA Securities, Inc., as representative of the initial purchasers named therein (the “Initial Purchasers”), to issue and sell to the Initial Purchasers $1 billion aggregate principal amount of its 5.350% Senior Notes due 2036 (the “2036 Notes”) and $750 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.050% Senior Notes due 2056 (the “2056 Notes”, and, together with the 2036 Notes, the “Notes”).”
Shareholder Votes

Cheniere Energy, Inc. shareholders approved Ratification of KPMG LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026 at the 2026-05-14 meeting.

“The shareholders ratified the appointment of KPMG LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for 2026.”
Shareholder Votes

Cheniere Energy, Inc. shareholders approved Advisory and non-binding vote to approve the compensation of the Company's named executive officers for 2025 at the 2026-05-14 meeting.

“In an advisory and non-binding vote, the shareholders approved the compensation paid for 2025 to the Company's named executive officers, as disclosed in the 2026 Proxy Statement.”
Shareholder Votes

Cheniere Energy, Inc. shareholders approved Election of Directors at the 2026-05-14 meeting.

“Each of the director nominees was elected as a director to serve for a one-year term until the 2027 annual meeting of shareholders or until his or her successor is duly elected and qualified.”
Earnings Releases

Cheniere Energy, Inc. reported first quarter ended March 31, 2026 results: revenue $5.87 billion, net income ($3.50) billion. Guidance raised.

“Cheniere Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing the Company’s results of operations for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.”
Debt Financings

Cheniere Energy, Inc. incurred senior notes of $750 million with The Bank of New York Mellon at 6.000% maturing July 30, 2056.

“and $750 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.000% Senior Notes due 2056 (the “2056 Notes” and, together with the 2036 Notes, the “Notes”).”
Debt Financings

Cheniere Energy, Inc. incurred senior notes of $1 billion with The Bank of New York Mellon at 5.200% maturing July 30, 2036.

“On March 19, 2026 (the “Issue Date”), Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere”) closed the sale of its previously announced offering of $1 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.200% Senior Notes due 2036 (the “2036 Notes”)”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Registration Rights Agreement with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, as representative of the initial purchasers (effective 2026-03-19).

“Cheniere and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, as representative of the initial purchasers, entered into a Registration Rights Agreement dated as of the Issue Date (the “Registration Rights Agreement”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Second Supplemental Indenture (effective 2026-03-19).

“the second supplemental indenture, dated as of the Issue Date, between Cheniere and the Trustee, relating to the 2056 Notes (the “Second Supplemental Indenture”)”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into First Supplemental Indenture (effective 2026-03-19).

“the first supplemental indenture, dated as of the Issue Date, between Cheniere and the Trustee, relating to the 2036 Notes (the “First Supplemental Indenture”)”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Base Indenture with The Bank of New York Mellon, as trustee (effective 2026-03-19).

“On March 19, 2026 (the “Issue Date”), Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere”) closed the sale of its previously announced offering of $1 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.200% Senior Notes due 2036 (the “2036 Notes”) and $750 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.000% Senior Notes due 2056 (the “2056 Notes” and, together with the 2036 Notes, the “Notes”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Purchase Agreement with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, as representative of the initial purchasers named therein valued at $1 billion aggregate principal amount of its 5.200% Senior Notes due 2036 and $750 million aggregate (effective 2026-03-05).

“On March 5, 2026, Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere”) entered into a Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, as representative of the initial purchasers named therein (the “Initial Purchasers”), to issue and sell to the Initial Purchasers $1 billion aggregate principal amount of its 5.200% Senior Notes due 2036 (the “2036 Notes”) and $750 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.000% Senior Notes due 2056 (the “2056 Notes” and, together with the 2036 Notes, the “Notes”).”

Scott Peak resigned as Board of Directors at Cheniere Energy, Inc..

“In connection with the appointment of Mr. Runkle and pursuant to the terms of the Agreement, Scott Peak resigned from the Board on April 1, 2025.”

Matthew Runkle was appointed as Board of Directors at Cheniere Energy, Inc..

“On April 1, 2025, Matthew Runkle was appointed to the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) pursuant to a right granted to CQP Holdco LP (f/k/a Blackstone CQP Holdco LP), a Delaware limited partnership, in an Investors’ and Registration Rights Agreement (the “Agreement”) dated as of July 31, 2012, among Cheniere Energy Partners, L.P., Cheniere Energy Partners GP, LLC, the Company, CQP Holdco LP and the other investor party thereto.”

W. Benjamin Moreland was appointed as member of the Board at Cheniere Energy, Inc..

“On January 21, 2025, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board to ten members and appointed Mr. W. Benjamin Moreland to serve as a member of the Board.”
Governance Changes

Cheniere Energy, Inc.: Amendments to the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, including clarifications on gifts, insider trading, conflicts of interest, AI use, and added whistleblower protections (effective 2025-01-02).

“On November 13, 2024, the Board of Directors of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) adopted and approved certain amendments, to be effective January 2, 2025, to the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (the “Code”).”

Corey Grindal was terminated as Executive Vice President and Advisor at Cheniere Energy, Inc..

“Mr. Grindal and the Company agreed that Mr. Grindal’s employment with the Company as Executive Vice President and Advisor will continue through January 2, 2025, at which time his employment will terminate.”

Corey Grindal changed role as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Cheniere Energy, Inc..

“On October 2, 2024, Cheniere Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) and Corey Grindal, the Company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, entered into a letter agreement (the “Letter Agreement”) setting forth the terms of Mr. Grindal’s transition to Executive Vice President and Advisor.”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Purchase Agreement with BofA Securities, Inc., Citigroup Global Markets Inc., ING Financial Markets LLC, MUFG Securities Americas Inc., SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc. and Standard Chartered Bank, as representatives of the initial purchasers named therein valued at $1,200,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 5.750% Senior Notes due 2034 (effective 2024-05-08).

“Purchase Agreement On May 8, 2024, Cheniere Energy Partners, L.P. (the “Partnership”), a subsidiary of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“CEI”), and each of Cheniere Energy Investments, LLC, Sabine Pass LNG-GP, LLC, Sabine Pass LNG, L.P., Sabine Pass Tug Services, LLC, Cheniere Creole Trail Pipeline, L.P. and Cheniere Pipeline GP Interests, LLC, as guarantors, entered into a Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with BofA Securities, Inc., Citigroup Global Markets Inc., ING Financial Markets LLC, MUFG Securities Americas Inc., SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc. and Standard Chartered Bank, as representatives of the initial purchasers named therein (the “Initial Purchasers”), to issue and sell to the Initial Purchasers $1,200,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 5.750% Senior Notes due 2034 (the “Notes”).”
Earnings Releases

Cheniere Energy, Inc. reported first quarter ended March 31, 2024 results: revenue $4.3 billion, net income $0.5 billion. Guidance reaffirmed.

“EBITDA 2 $5.5 - $6.0 Distributable Cash Flow 2 $2.9 - $3.4 RECENT HIGHLIGHTS • During the three months ended March 31, 2024, Cheniere generated revenues of approximately $4.3 billion, net income 1 of approximately $0.5 billion, Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA 2 of approximately $1.8 billion, and Distributable Cash Flow 2 of approximately $1.2 billion. •”

Matthew Runkle resigned as Board of Directors at Cheniere Energy, Inc..

“In connection with the appointment of Mr. Peak and pursuant to the terms of the Agreement, Matthew Runkle resigned from the Board on April 2, 2024.”

Scott Peak was appointed as Board of Directors at Cheniere Energy, Inc..

“On April 2, 2024, Scott Peak was appointed to the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (the “Company”)”
Debt Financings

Cheniere Energy, Inc. incurred senior notes of $1.5 billion aggregate principal amount with The Bank of New York Mellon at 5.650% per annum maturing April 15, 2034.

“Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere”) closed the sale of its previously announced offering of $1.5 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.650% senior notes due 2034 (the “Notes”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Registration Rights Agreement with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, BBVA Securities Inc., Mizuho Securities USA LLC, Scotia Capital (USA) Inc. and Truist Securities, Inc. (effective 2024-03-19).

“Cheniere and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, BBVA Securities Inc., Mizuho Securities USA LLC, Scotia Capital (USA) Inc. and Truist Securities, Inc., as representatives of the initial purchasers, entered into a Registration Rights Agreement dated as of the Issue Date (the “Registration Rights Agreement”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into First Supplemental Indenture with The Bank of New York Mellon valued at $1.5 billion (effective 2024-03-19).

“The Notes were issued on the Issue Date pursuant to an indenture, dated as of the Issue Date (the “Base Indenture”), by and between Cheniere and The Bank of New York Mellon, as trustee (the “Trustee”), as supplemented by the first supplemental indenture, dated as of the Issue Date, between Cheniere and the Trustee, relating to the Notes (the “First Supplemental Indenture”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Base Indenture with The Bank of New York Mellon valued at $1.5 billion (effective 2024-03-19).

“On March 19, 2024 (the “Issue Date”), Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere”) closed the sale of its previously announced offering of $1.5 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.650% senior notes due 2034”
Earnings Releases

Cheniere Energy, Inc. reported the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 results: revenue $4.8, net income $1.4. Guidance initiated.

“the fourth quarter and full year 2023. YEAR END 2023 SUMMARY FINANCIAL RESULTS (in billions) Three Months Ended December 31, 2023 Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2023 Revenues $4.8 $20.4 Net Income 1 $1.4 $9.9 Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA 2 $1.65 $8.8 Distributable Cash Flow 2 $1.1 $6.5 2024 FULL YEAR FINANCIAL GUIDANCE (in billions) 2024 Consolidated”
Earnings Releases

Cheniere Energy, Inc. reported the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 results: revenue $4.2 billion, net income $1.7 billion. Guidance reaffirmed.

“2 $8.3 - $8.8 Distributable Cash Flow 2 $5.8 - $6.3 RECENT HIGHLIGHTS • During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, Cheniere generated revenues of approximately $4.2 billion and $15.6 billion, net income 1 of approximately $1.7 billion and $8.5 billion, Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA 2 of approximately $1.7 billion and $7.1 billion, and Distributable”
Earnings Releases

Cheniere Energy, Inc. reported the six months ended June 30, 2023 results: revenue $11,412, net income $6,803. Guidance raised.

“Revenues $ 4,102 $ 8,007 (49) % $ 11,412 $ 15,491 (26) % Net income (loss) 1 $ 1,369 $ 741 85 % $ 6,803 $ (124) nm”
Earnings Releases

Cheniere Energy, Inc. reported the second quarter ended June 30, 2023 results: revenue $4,102, net income $1,369. Guidance raised.

“SUMMARY AND REVIEW OF FINANCIAL RESULTS (in millions, except LNG data) Three Months Ended June 30, Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 2022 % Change 2023 2022 % Change Revenues $ 4,102 $ 8,007 (49) % $ 11,412 $ 15,491 (26) % Net income (loss) 1 $ 1,369 $ 741 85 % $ 6,803 $ (124) nm Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA 2 $ 1,858 $ 2,529 (27) % $ 5,457 $ 5,682 (4) % LNG”
Debt Financings

Cheniere Energy, Inc. incurred revolving credit of $1 billion with MUFG Bank, Ltd., Bank of Nova Scotia, Société Générale and other lenders at reduce the rate of interest and commitment fees applicable thereunder maturing extend the maturity date thereunder.

“On June 23, 2023, Sabine Pass Liquefaction, LLC (“ SPL ”), a subsidiary of CEI, entered into a $1 billion Senior Secured Revolving Credit and Guaranty Agreement among SPL, as borrower, various lenders (the “ SPL Lenders ”) and issuing banks, MUFG Bank, Ltd., as coordinating lead arranger, the Bank of Nova Scotia, as senior facility agent and Société Générale, as common security trustee for the SPL Lenders (the “ SPL Revolving Credit Facility ”).”
Debt Financings

Cheniere Energy, Inc. incurred revolving credit of $1 billion with MUFG Bank, Ltd. and SG Americas Securities, LLC and other lenders at variable rate per annum equal to SOFR or the base rate (the highest of (a) the p maturing The Revolving Credit Facility matures on June 23, 2028..

“On June 23, 2023, Cheniere Energy Partners, L.P. (“ CQP ”), a subsidiary of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“ CEI ”), entered into a $1 billion Senior Unsecured Revolving Credit and Guaranty Agreement among CQP, as borrower, certain subsidiaries of CQP, as subsidiary guarantors, various lenders (the “ CQP Lenders ”) and issuing banks, MUFG Bank, Ltd., as coordinating lead arranger, joint bookrunner and administrative agent, and SG Americas Securities, LLC as joint bookrunner for the CQP Lenders (the “ CQP Revolving Credit Facility ”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. amended Common Terms Agreement with SPL, certain other parties, and Société Générale (effective 2023-06-23).

“In connection with the SPL Revolving Credit Facility, SPL also entered into the Fourth Amended and Restated Common Terms Agreement, among SPL and certain other parties thereto and Société Générale, as common security trustee (the “ Common Terms Agreement ”), which amends and restates the T”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into SPL Revolving Credit Facility with MUFG Bank, Ltd., the Bank of Nova Scotia, Société Générale, and the SPL Lenders valued at $1 billion (effective 2023-06-23).

“On June 23, 2023, Sabine Pass Liquefaction, LLC (“ SPL ”), a subsidiary of CEI, entered into a $1 billion Senior Secured Revolving Credit and Guaranty Agreement among SPL, as borrower, various lenders (the “ SPL Lenders ”) and issuing banks, MUFG Bank, Ltd., as coordinating lead arranger, the Bank of Nova Scotia, as senior facility agent and Société Générale, as common security trustee for the SPL Lenders (the “ SPL Revolving Credit Facility ”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into CQP Revolving Credit Facility with MUFG Bank, Ltd., SG Americas Securities, LLC, and the CQP Lenders valued at $1 billion (effective 2023-06-23).

“On June 23, 2023, Cheniere Energy Partners, L.P. (“ CQP ”), a subsidiary of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“ CEI ”), entered into a $1 billion Senior Unsecured Revolving Credit and Guaranty Agreement among CQP, as borrower, certain subsidiaries of CQP, as subsidiary guarantors, various lenders (the “ CQP Lenders ”) and issuing banks, MUFG Bank, Ltd., as coordinating lead arranger, joint bookrunner and administrative agent, and SG Americas Securities, LLC as joint bookrunner for the CQP Lenders (the “ CQP Revolving Credit Facility ”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Registration Rights Agreement with Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC (effective 2023-06-21).

“In connection with the issuance of the Notes, the Partnership, the Guarantors and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, as representative of the initial purchasers, entered into a Registration Rights Agreement dated the Issue Date (the “Registration Rights Agreement”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Eighth Supplemental Indenture with The Bank of New York Mellon valued at $1.4 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.950% Senior Notes due 2033 (effective 2023-06-21).

“On June 21, 2023 (the “Issue Date”), Cheniere Energy Partners, L.P. (the “Partnership”), a subsidiary of Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“CEI”), closed the sale of its previously announced offering of $1.4 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.950% Senior Notes due 2033 (the “Notes”).”
Material Agreements

Cheniere Energy, Inc. entered into Purchase Agreement with Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, as representative of the initial purchasers named therein valued at $1,400,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 5.95% Senior Notes due 2033 (effective 2023-06-06).

“entered into a Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, as representative of the initial purchasers named therein (the “Initial Purchasers”), to issue and sell to the Initial Purchasers $1,400,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 5.95% Senior Notes due 2033 (the “2033 Notes”).”
Shareholder Votes

Cheniere Energy, Inc. shareholders approved Ratification of KPMG LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2023 at the 2023-05-11 meeting.

“The shareholders ratified the appointment of KPMG LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2023.”
Shareholder Votes

Cheniere Energy, Inc. shareholders approved Advisory and non-binding vote on the frequency of holding future advisory votes on the compensation of the Company's named executive officers at the 2023-05-11 meeting.

“In an advisory and non-binding vote, the shareholders approved holding annual advisory votes on the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers.”
Shareholder Votes

Cheniere Energy, Inc. shareholders approved Advisory and non-binding vote to approve the compensation of the Company's named executive officers for 2022 at the 2023-05-11 meeting.

“In an advisory and non-binding vote, the shareholders approved the compensation paid for 2022 to the Company’s named executive officers, as disclosed in the 2023 Proxy Statement.”
Shareholder Votes

Cheniere Energy, Inc. shareholders approved Election of Directors at the 2023-05-11 meeting.

“Each of the director nominees was elected as a director to serve for a one-year term until the 2024 annual meeting of shareholders or until his or her successor is duly elected and qualified.”
Earnings Releases

Cheniere Energy, Inc. updated its full year 2023 guidance (raised).

“Raising full year 2023 Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA 2 guidance to $8.2 - $8.7 billion and full year 2023 Distributable Cash Flow 2 guidance to $5.7 - $6.2 billion.”
Earnings Releases

Cheniere Energy, Inc. reported first quarter ended March 31, 2023 results: revenue approximately $7.3 billion, net income approximately $5.4 billion. Guidance raised.

“During the three months ended March 31, 2023, Cheniere generated revenues of approximately $7.3 billion, net income 1 of approximately $5.4 billion, Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA 2 of approximately $3.6 billion, and Distributable Cash Flow 2 of approximately $2.9 billion.”

Matthew Runkle was appointed as Board of Directors at Cheniere Energy, Inc..

“Matthew Runkle was appointed to the Board on April 4, 2023.”

Scott Peak resigned as Board of Directors at Cheniere Energy, Inc..

“On April 4, 2023, Scott Peak resigned from the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Cheniere Energy, Inc.”
Earnings Releases

Cheniere Energy, Inc. updated its the full year 2023 guidance (initiated).

“Introducing full year 2023 Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA 2 guidance of $8.0 - $8.5 billion and full year 2023 Distributable Cash Flow 2 guidance of $5.5 - $6.0 billion.”

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