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Ramaco Resources Inc. (METCB)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/28/2025: METCB (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 30.56% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 616.36M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.11 | 52 Weeks Range 5.87 - 10.88 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.87 - 10.88 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 9.92% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.08 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -0.05% | Operating Margin (TTM) -8.93% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.24% | Return on Equity (TTM) -0.08% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 5.74 | Enterprise Value 698916286 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.98 |
Enterprise Value 698916286 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.98 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.11 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.5 | Shares Outstanding 10285500 | Shares Floating 35077698 |
Shares Outstanding 10285500 | Shares Floating 35077698 | ||
Percent Insiders 10.1 | Percent Institutions 51.84 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ramaco Resources Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
Ramaco Resources, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky. It is a producer of metallurgical coal, primarily serving steel mills in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. The company focuses on developing and operating metallurgical coal mines in Central Appalachia.
Core Business Areas
- Metallurgical Coal Mining: Extraction and processing of metallurgical coal, used primarily in steel production.
Leadership and Structure
Michael Bauersachs serves as the Chairman and CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates with a functional organizational structure focused on mining, processing, and sales.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- High-Vol A Met Coal: Ramaco's primary product is high-vol A metallurgical coal, prized for its coking properties in steel production. Market share data varies, but they compete with major metallurgical coal producers. Competitors include Arch Resources (ARCH) and Warrior Met Coal (HCC).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The metallurgical coal industry is cyclical, driven by global steel demand. Prices are influenced by supply, demand, and geopolitical factors. Demand is growing in Asia.
Positioning
Ramaco is a smaller, but significant, player in the metallurgical coal market, focusing on high-quality reserves and efficient operations. Their advantage lies in accessing quality metallurgical coal reserves in Central Appalachia.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global metallurgical coal market is estimated to be worth billions of dollars annually. Ramaco, being a smaller producer, captures a fraction of this TAM, but is focused on maximizing its returns from high quality reserves and strategic sales.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- High-quality metallurgical coal reserves
- Strategic location in Central Appalachia
- Experienced management team
- Focus on efficient operations
Weaknesses
- Smaller scale compared to major producers
- Exposure to volatile metallurgical coal prices
- Limited diversification
- Reliance on specific geographic region
Opportunities
- Increased global steel demand
- Expansion of export markets
- Strategic acquisitions
- Technological advancements in mining
Threats
- Fluctuations in metallurgical coal prices
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Geopolitical risks
- Competition from larger producers
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ARCH
- HCC
- CEIX
Competitive Landscape
Ramaco is a smaller player focused on high-quality reserves. Competitors have larger scale and broader market reach, but Ramaco aims to differentiate through coal quality and efficient operations. Arch Resources (ARCH) and Warrior Met Coal (HCC) are larger competitors with substantial market presence. Consol Energy (CEIX) is also a large competitor.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been tied to expanding production capacity and benefiting from favorable metallurgical coal pricing.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary, depending on expectations for global steel demand and metallurgical coal prices.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding mining operations and exploring export opportunities.
Summary
Ramaco Resources is a smaller metallurgical coal producer with high-quality reserves, but its performance is tightly linked to volatile coal prices. The company is focused on growing production and expanding into export markets, but faces competition from larger players and potential regulatory risks. Its strengths lie in high-quality coal and efficient operations, while weaknesses include its smaller scale and market price dependency. Expansion initiatives and strategic execution will be key to success.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. It is not financial advice. Market share data is approximate.
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 Ramaco Resources Inc.
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Lexington, KY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2023-06-22 | Founder, Chairman & CEO Mr. Randall W. Atkins J.D. | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Coking Coal | Full time employees 984 | Website https://ramacoresources.com |
Full time employees 984 | Website https://ramacoresources.com | ||
Ramaco Resources, Inc. engages in the development, operation, and sale of metallurgical coal. Its development portfolio includes the Elk Creek project that covers an area of approximately 20,200 acres located in southern West Virginia; the Berwind property covering an area of approximately 62,500 acres situated on the border of West Virginia and Virginia; the Knox Creek property, which covers an area of approximately 64,050 acres is located in Virginia; the Maben property covering an area of approximately 28,000 acres situated in southwestern Pennsylvania southern West Virginia; and the Brook Mine property that covers an area of approximately 16,000 acres located in northeastern Wyoming. The company serves blast furnace steel mills and coke plants in North America, as well as metallurgical coal consumers internationally. Ramaco Resources, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in Lexington, Kentucky.
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