Corning Incorporated entered an agreement with Goldman Sachs for an at-the-market equity offering program.

The company may sell up to $2 billion of common stock directly into the open market. Corning retains full discretion over the timing, price, and volume of all sales based on market conditions.

Management intends to use the proceeds for general corporate purposes.

Corning shares declined in after-hours trading following the regulatory filing. The announcement triggered investor concerns regarding potential future equity dilution.