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NACCO Industries Inc(NC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$34.52
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NC

10/23/2026: NC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

NACCO Industries is a specialized mining and natural resources firm that provides contract mining and resource management services. Its primary strength lies in stable, long-term, cost-plus mining contracts that provide reliable cash flow while minimizing direct exposure to volatile commodity prices. The investment story centers on the company's transition from legacy coal operations toward growth in industrial and critical mineral services. However, investors must monitor risks related to the structural decline of coal and the regulatory environment for its utility customers. NACCO may suit value-oriented dividend investors looking for stable exposure to the mining sector, provided they understand the cyclical and regulatory nature of the business.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitNACCO is characterized by steady, contract-based operations rather than aggressive growth.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically lacks the high-volatility price swings favored by momentum traders.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable valuations relative to its stable cash flows and asset base.
Dividend investorStrong fitNACCO provides a consistent dividend supported by stable, long-term contract structures.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile operations are stable, the company operates in the mining industry which involves inherent regulatory and environmental risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumAlthough contracts mitigate immediate price risk, the overall sector remains sensitive to energy pricing.
Valuation riskLowThe stock historically trades at valuations commensurate with its stable, slow-growth business model.
Competition risk (coal mining)MediumThe sector faces intense pressure from consolidation and a shrinking customer base.
Business qualityMediumThe firm has a solid reputation for operational excellence and cost management in complex environments.
Dividend incomeMedium / highDividends are well-supported, but are subject to the long-term viability of current mining contracts.
Execution riskMediumEfficiently managing large-scale mining operations requires strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -33.3%
Avg. Invested days 32
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
NC has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid revenue growth (+16.6%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-47.9%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.8%), soft profitability (net margin 6.3%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
NC's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (0.8% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is NC's strongest growth driver at +107.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+16.6%, solid) is also solid, while earnings growth (-47.9%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 37.0% and approximately 68.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 32.95% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.31%
BlackRock Inc 4.24%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.21%
Renaissance Technologies Corp 1.96%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 1.39%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
NC generates approximately $136 of gross profit, $-145 of operating income, and $8 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -33.70% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
NC has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 260.51M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 15.01
1Y Target Price 128
Price to earnings Ratio 15.01
1Y Target Price 128
Volume (30-day avg) 25.1K shares
Beta 0.56
52 Weeks Range 32.32 - 58.75
Updated Date 10/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 32.32 - 58.75
Updated Date 10/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.05%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.3

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Coal MiningLong-term surface mining contracts for power generators.The company gets paid to mine coal under fixed-fee, long-term deals, reducing exposure to price swings.
North American MiningContract mining for aggregates and industrial minerals.Provides specialized mining labor and equipment services to other industrial companies for a fee.
Minerals ManagementRoyalty and lease income from mineral rights.Collects passive income by leasing land to other companies for resource extraction.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 15.01
Forward PE 6.57
Enterprise Value 372.93M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.93
Enterprise Value 372.93M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.93
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.34
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 19.96
Shares Outstanding 5.98M
Shares Floating 4.08M
Shares Outstanding 5.98M
Shares Floating 4.08M
Percent Insiders 32.95
Percent Institutions 37.02

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)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

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)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

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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