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Hallador Energy Company (HNRG)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/14/2025: HNRG (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $20.67
1 Year Target Price $20.67
2 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 75.41% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 688.48M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 20.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 20.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 0.52 | 52 Weeks Range 4.86 - 19.71 | Updated Date 07/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.86 - 19.71 | Updated Date 07/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -5.44 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -52.23% | Operating Margin (TTM) 11.81% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.54% | Return on Equity (TTM) -107.45% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 123.46 | Enterprise Value 716540403 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.68 |
Enterprise Value 716540403 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.68 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.75 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.37 | Shares Outstanding 42976200 | Shares Floating 33584166 |
Shares Outstanding 42976200 | Shares Floating 33584166 | ||
Percent Insiders 10.71 | Percent Institutions 72.17 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Hallador Energy Company

Company Overview
History and Background
Hallador Energy Company, founded in 1951, is an independent energy company with coal mining operations in Indiana and Illinois. Originally a family-owned business, it has grown through acquisitions and organic development to become a significant regional coal producer.
Core Business Areas
- Coal Mining: Hallador's primary business is the production and sale of coal, primarily for electricity generation. They operate underground coal mines and sell to utility companies.
Leadership and Structure
Brent Bilsland serves as the President and CEO. The company has a traditional corporate structure with a board of directors and executive management team overseeing operations, finance, and sales.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Coal: Hallador's main product is bituminous coal used for power generation. Market share fluctuates based on customer contracts, production volumes, and coal market dynamics. Competitors include Peabody Energy (BTU) and Alliance Resource Partners (ARLP). Limited market share information is publicly and readily available.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The coal industry is facing significant challenges due to increasing competition from natural gas, renewable energy sources, and stricter environmental regulations. Demand for coal is declining in the US but remains significant in other parts of the world.
Positioning
Hallador is a regional player focused on supplying coal to power plants. Their competitive advantage lies in their low-cost production and long-term supply contracts.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global coal market size was valued at USD 879.10 billion in 2023. Hallador is positioned within a smaller, regional segment of this market, supplying primarily to the US power generation sector.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Low-cost coal production
- Long-term supply contracts
- Experienced management team
- Strategic location of mines
Weaknesses
- Dependence on coal market prices
- Exposure to environmental regulations
- Geographic concentration of operations
- Lack of diversification
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets (e.g., export markets)
- Acquisition of complementary assets
- Development of carbon capture technologies
- Increased demand from emerging economies
Threats
- Decline in coal demand
- Stricter environmental regulations
- Competition from natural gas and renewables
- Increased transportation costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BTU
- ARLP
- CEIX
Competitive Landscape
Hallador competes with larger coal producers on price and contract terms. Its advantage lies in its regional focus and low-cost operations.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Hallador's growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic production increases.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on coal market dynamics and the company's ability to secure new contracts and control costs.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include efforts to reduce operating costs and optimize production at existing mines.
Summary
Hallador Energy Company is facing the challenges of the declining coal industry, but its low-cost production and long-term contracts provide some stability. The company needs to adapt to changing market conditions and explore opportunities for diversification or technological innovation. Environmental regulation and competition from alternative energy sources pose significant risks.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Financial news sources
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Market share data is based on estimates and may not be precise. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Hallador Energy Company
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Terre Haute, IN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-01-20 | President, CEO & Chairman Mr. Brent K. Bilsland | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Thermal Coal | Full time employees 615 | Website https://www.halladorenergy.com |
Full time employees 615 | Website https://www.halladorenergy.com |
Hallador Energy Company, through its subsidiaries, engages in the production of steam coal for the electric power generation industry in Indiana. The company owns the Oaktown Fuels Mine 1 and Oaktown Fuels Mine 2 that are underground mines located near Oaktown in Knox County, Indiana; the Freelandville surface mine located near Freelandville in Knox County, Indiana; and the Prosperity surface mine in the Illinois Basin located near Petersburg in Pike County, Indiana. Hallador Energy Company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana.

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