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Alliance Resource Partners LP (ARLP)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/16/2025: ARLP (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $30
1 Year Target Price $30
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 19.52% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.46B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 12.65 | 1Y Target Price 30 |
Price to earnings Ratio 12.65 | 1Y Target Price 30 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 0.54 | 52 Weeks Range 20.20 - 29.03 | Updated Date 07/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 20.20 - 29.03 | Updated Date 07/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 10.71% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.13 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 11.84% | Operating Margin (TTM) 17.17% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.49% | Return on Equity (TTM) 15.01% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 12.65 | Forward PE 10.19 | Enterprise Value 3897792093 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.48 |
Enterprise Value 3897792093 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.48 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.67 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.72 | Shares Outstanding 128428000 | Shares Floating 90064005 |
Shares Outstanding 128428000 | Shares Floating 90064005 | ||
Percent Insiders 29.32 | Percent Institutions 18.8 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Alliance Resource Partners LP
Company Overview
History and Background
Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. (ARLP) was founded in 1999. It has grown through acquisitions and organic development to become a diversified natural resource company, primarily focused on coal production and related transportation services.
Core Business Areas
- Coal Production: Produces and markets coal to utilities and industrial users primarily in the eastern United States. Coal is extracted from underground mining complexes located in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
- Transportation Services: Provides barge transportation services on the Ohio River and its tributaries.
- Oil and Gas Mineral Interests: Owns oil and gas mineral interests.
Leadership and Structure
Joseph W. Craft III is the Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates as a master limited partnership (MLP).
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Thermal Coal: Primary product is thermal coal, used for power generation. ARLP is one of the largest coal producers in the eastern United States. Market share fluctuates based on customer demand and competitive pressures; specific figures are dynamic. Competitors include Peabody Energy (BTU), Arch Resources (ARCH), and CONSOL Energy (CEIX).
- Coal Transportation: Provides barge transport services. Market share data is not readily available, and varies based on contracts won. Competitors include Ingram Marine Group, American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL).
- Oil and Gas Mineral Interests: Generates revenues from royalties on oil and gas production on its mineral interests. Contribution to overall revenue is smaller than coal production. Competitors include various mineral rights owners and energy companies.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The coal industry is currently facing pressures from environmental regulations and competition from cheaper natural gas and renewable energy sources. Demand for coal fluctuates based on electricity generation needs and prices of alternative fuels.
Positioning
ARLP is positioned as a low-cost coal producer with a diversified asset base. Its transportation services provide a competitive advantage. Its focus on the Illinois Basin provides it with a strategic geographic advantage as this area has some of the most economic coal reserves remaining.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global coal market is significant but shrinking. Predictions vary, but in 2024 it is estimated at $780 billion. ARLP is positioned to capture part of this market focusing on low cost coal mining in the US.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Low-cost producer
- Diversified asset base
- Transportation services
- Strong relationships with customers
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Exposure to coal market volatility
- Environmental regulations
- Reliance on coal demand
- MLP structure complexity
- Geographic concentration in Illinois Basin.
Opportunities
- Increased demand for coal in developing countries
- Expansion into other energy-related businesses
- Acquisition of complementary assets
- Increased utilization of carbon capture technology
- Growing demand for metallurgical coal
Threats
- Stringent environmental regulations
- Competition from natural gas and renewable energy
- Decline in coal demand in developed countries
- Economic downturns
- Litigation and regulatory risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BTU
- ARCH
- CEIX
Competitive Landscape
ARLP's competitive advantages include its low-cost production and integrated transportation services. However, it faces competition from larger, more diversified companies like Peabody Energy and Arch Resources.
Major Acquisitions
Hamilton Resources, LLC
- Year: 2014
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 437
- Strategic Rationale: Strategic Rationale: Increased its mineral rights and reserves to boost production volumes and extend its asset life.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: ARLP has grown through acquisitions and organic development. Its focus on low-cost production has fueled its growth.
Future Projections: Analysts expect continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by increased coal demand and expansion into other energy-related businesses.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expansion of its mining operations and investments in transportation infrastructure.
Summary
Alliance Resource Partners LP is a fairly strong company focused on low-cost coal production. Its integrated transportation services and strategic geographic advantages provide a competitive edge. The company must manage the risks associated with environmental regulations and competition from alternative energy sources. ARLP's ability to adapt to changing market conditions will be critical for its long-term success.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q), Analyst Reports, Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions are subject to change, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Alliance Resource Partners LP
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Tulsa, OK, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-08-17 | Chairman, President & CEO of Alliance Resource Management GP, LLC Mr. Joseph W. Craft III, J.D. | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Thermal Coal | Full time employees 3653 | Website https://www.arlp.com |
Full time employees 3653 | Website https://www.arlp.com | ||
Alliance Resource Partners, L.P., a diversified natural resource company, engages in the production and marketing of coal to utilities and industrial users in the United States. The company operates through four segments: Illinois Basin Coal Operations, Appalachia Coal Operations, Oil & Gas Royalties, and Coal Royalties. It produces produce bituminous coal from its underground mines sold to electric power generation and the steel production customers. The company operates seven underground mining complexes in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. In addition, it owns and leases oil and gas mineral interests and equity interests; and leases its coal mineral reserves and resources to its mining complexes; and leases land and operates a coal loading terminal on the Ohio River at Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Further, the company offers various mining technology products and services, including data network, communication and tracking systems, mining proximity detection systems, industrial collision avoidance systems, and data and analytics software. It also exports its products. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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