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Ramaco Resources Inc.(METCB)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$4.13
10/30/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for METCB

10/30/2026: METCB (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Ramaco Resources is a specialized metallurgical coal producer focused on supplying the steel industry from its operations in Central Appalachia. The company distinguishes itself through operational efficiency and a unique push into advanced carbon products, which aims to unlock value beyond traditional coal usage. Its primary strength lies in its high-quality coal assets, while the main risks include high sensitivity to cyclical steel markets and potential regulatory hurdles. While dividend payments offer income, they remain variable based on commodity pricing. Investors should monitor both the stability of metallurgical coal demand and the progress of the company's long-term R&D investments in new carbon-based technologies.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is tethered to cyclical commodity markets rather than secular technological adoption.
Momentum investorMixed fitStrong fit while signal remains positive, as coal stocks often experience high-volatility price swings based on steel demand.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades based on asset value and cash flow multiples common in resource-based sectors.
Dividend investorMixed fitDividends are variable and tied to commodity market cycles rather than being consistently fixed.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh exposure to commodity price volatility makes this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighRevenues are directly tied to global metallurgical coal spot prices.
Valuation riskMediumCommodity stocks often trade at multiples that fluctuate wildly with market sentiment.
Competition risk (Commodity market)Medium / highCompetition from larger, low-cost global producers impacts margins.
Business qualityMediumAs a mining operation, the business is capital-intensive with finite resource life.
Dividend incomeMediumIncome is unpredictable due to the variable nature of dividend policies.
Execution riskMediumOperational delays in mining or R&D for carbon products could impact cash flows.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -8.4%
Avg. Invested days 25
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
METCB receives a 2-star rating, reflecting soft or weak scores across the available pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
METCB has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-559.7%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -11.3%), negative revenue growth (-19.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
METCB's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 42.8%). Profitability is weak (1 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
METCB's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -19.5% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-559.7%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-238.8%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 59.5% and approximately 370.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 11.30% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

YORKTOWN ENERGY PARTNERS XI, LP 1.99%
Yorktown Energy Partners IX, L.P. 1.96%
Arnhold & S. Bleichroeder Advisers, LLC 1.92%
Yorktown Energy Partners X, L.P. 1.31%
BlackRock Inc 0.77%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
METCB generates approximately $25 of gross profit, $-104 of operating income, and $-113 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 17.21%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
METCB has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 263.01M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) 69.2K shares
Beta 1.54
52 Weeks Range 3.57 - 15.77
Updated Date 10/30/2026
52 Weeks Range 3.57 - 15.77
Updated Date 10/30/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.03

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Metallurgical CoalExtraction and sale of high-vol and low-vol coal to steel manufacturers.The primary income comes from selling raw materials to the steel industry, making performance highly dependent on global construction and manufacturing.
Advanced Carbon ProductsResearch and development of carbon-based materials derived from coal.This is a long-term 'moonshot' business area attempting to create value from coal outside of traditional combustion uses.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 5.74
Enterprise Value 617.37M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.51
Enterprise Value 617.37M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.51
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.2
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 1160.92
Shares Outstanding 11.81M
Shares Floating 43.74M
Shares Outstanding 11.81M
Shares Floating 43.74M
Percent Insiders 11.3
Percent Institutions 59.5

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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