Questar Corporation (1.3%) (NYSE:STR)(STR – $24.80 – NYSE) is an integrated natural gas holding company that develops, produces and delivers clean energy in the Rockies, North America. The company, through its subsidiaries is principally engaged in three lines of business: Questar Gas Company, Wexpro Company, and Questar Pipeline Company. Questar entered into an agreement to merge with Dominion Resources on February 1, 2016 in a $4.4 billion transaction. Under the terms of the agreement, shareholders will receive $25 cash per share of STR. The deal is subject to traditional regulatory and shareholder votes with an expected closing in the second half of 2016.
From Mario Gabelli (Trades, Portfolio)'s first quarter 2016 ABC Fund shareholder commentary.
