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Peabody Energy Corp (BTU)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: BTU (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
5 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $18.97
1 Year Target Price $18.97
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -29.42% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.05B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.45 | 1Y Target Price 18.97 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.45 | 1Y Target Price 18.97 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 0.52 | 52 Weeks Range 9.52 - 29.44 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.52 - 29.44 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.79% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.09 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-30 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.003 | Actual 0.0866 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.44% | Operating Margin (TTM) -2.54% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.15% | Return on Equity (TTM) 4.43% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 15.45 | Forward PE 303.03 | Enterprise Value 1846216000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.51 |
Enterprise Value 1846216000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.51 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.46 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.98 | Shares Outstanding 121600000 | Shares Floating 121056448 |
Shares Outstanding 121600000 | Shares Floating 121056448 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.67 | Percent Institutions 95.66 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Peabody Energy Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Peabody Energy Corp was founded in 1883. It evolved from a small coal distribution company to the world's largest private-sector coal company. The company has navigated through various industry cycles and has focused on producing coal for electricity generation and steelmaking.
Core Business Areas
- Seaborne Thermal Coal: This segment includes thermal coal produced in Australia for sale primarily to seaborne customers in Asia. The thermal coal is used in electricity generation.
- Seaborne Metallurgical Coal: This segment involves the production of metallurgical coal in Australia, used in steelmaking processes. The coal is sold globally.
- U.S. Thermal Coal: This segment focuses on thermal coal production in the United States, supplying primarily domestic power plants.
Leadership and Structure
Peabody Energy Corp is led by a management team including the CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The organizational structure includes various departments such as operations, finance, marketing, and legal. The company operates with a board of directors providing oversight and strategic guidance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Thermal Coal: Thermal coal is used in electricity generation. Peabody is one of the largest thermal coal producers globally. Market share data is variable but estimated to be around 8% globally. Key competitors include Glencore, BHP, and Arch Resources.
- Metallurgical Coal: Metallurgical coal is used in steelmaking. Peabody is a significant metallurgical coal producer. Market share is estimated to be around 5% globally. Key competitors include Teck Resources, Anglo American, and Whitehaven Coal.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The coal industry is characterized by fluctuating demand based on energy prices, environmental regulations, and economic growth. There's a global shift toward renewable energy sources, impacting long-term coal demand. Metallurgical coal demand remains relatively stable due to steel production needs.
Positioning
Peabody Energy Corp is positioned as one of the largest coal producers globally. Its competitive advantage lies in its scale of operations, diverse geographical footprint, and portfolio of high-quality coal assets.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global coal market size is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars. Peabody is positioned to capture a fraction of this TAM. The overall market size is decreasing with the growing preference for green energy sources.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large-scale operations
- Diverse geographical footprint
- Portfolio of high-quality coal assets
- Established customer relationships
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Exposure to fluctuating coal prices
- Environmental liabilities
- Dependence on coal demand
- High debt levels
- Negative public perception related to coal usage
Opportunities
- Growing demand for metallurgical coal in developing countries
- Potential for carbon capture technologies
- Expansion into new markets
- Strategic acquisitions
- Government subsidies promoting coal use in specific regions
Threats
- Increasingly stringent environmental regulations
- Competition from renewable energy sources
- Declining demand for thermal coal
- Geopolitical risks
- Economic downturns impacting steel production
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ARLP
- BTU
- CEIX
Competitive Landscape
Peabody faces competition from other large coal producers and increasingly from renewable energy companies. Their competitive advantage is its size and diverse portfolio; however, they face disadvantages due to environmental concerns.
Major Acquisitions
Shoal Creek Mine
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 387
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of metallurgical coal reserves to enhance steelmaking coal portfolio and increase market share.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Peabody's historical growth has been cyclical, influenced by coal prices and demand. Expansion was through acquisitions and development of new mines.
Future Projections: Future growth is uncertain, subject to global energy trends and environmental policies. Analyst estimates vary based on coal demand and pricing forecasts.
Recent Initiatives: Peabody has focused on cost reduction, operational efficiency, and debt management. They have also explored opportunities in carbon capture and storage.
Summary
Peabody Energy Corp is a major player in the global coal market, benefiting from its scale and diverse asset base. However, it faces significant challenges due to declining thermal coal demand and increasing environmental regulations. While metallurgical coal provides some stability, the company must adapt to evolving energy trends. It needs to be cautious about global preferences for renewable energy sources and government policies on green energy.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Providers
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
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.
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About Peabody Energy Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Saint Louis, MO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2001-05-22 | President, CEO & Director Mr. James C. Grech | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Thermal Coal | Full time employees 5600 | Website https://www.peabodyenergy.com |
Full time employees 5600 | Website https://www.peabodyenergy.com | ||
Peabody Energy Corporation engages in coal mining business. It operates through Seaborne Thermal, Seaborne Metallurgical, Powder River Basin, Other U.S. Thermal, and Corporate and Other segments. The company is involved in the mining, preparation, and sale of thermal coal primarily to electric utilities; mining of bituminous and sub-bituminous coal deposits; utilization of surface and underground extraction processes to mine low-sulfur and high British thermal unit thermal coal; and mining metallurgical coal, such as hard coking coal, semi-hard coking coal, semi-soft coking coal, and pulverized coal injection coal. It also supplies coal primarily to electricity generators, industrial facilities, and steel manufacturers. In addition, the company engages in trading of coal and freight-related contracts, as well as provides transportation-related services. It operates in the United States, Japan, China, Australia, Taiwan, Indonesia, Brazil, Malaysia, Belgium, India, France, Vietnam, South Korea, Germany, and internationally. Peabody Energy Corporation was founded in 1883 and is headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri.
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