Alliance Resource Partners LP (ARLP)vsPeabody Energy Corp (BTU)
ARLP
Alliance Resource Partners LP
$25.62
-1.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.22B
BTU
Peabody Energy Corp
$28.10
-9.96%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Peabody Energy Corp generates 80% more annual revenue ($3.90B vs $2.17B). ARLP leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs -3.1%. ARLP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ARLP
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
BTU
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.5%
Fair Value
$45.92
Current Price
$25.62
$20.30 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BTU.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.5%
Earnings declined 88.5%
3.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 62.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARLP
The strongest argument for ARLP centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BTU
The strongest argument for BTU centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ARLP
The primary concerns for ARLP are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BTU
The primary concerns for BTU are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARLP profiles as a declining stock while BTU is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BTU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
BTU is growing revenue faster at 3.9% — sustainability is the question.
ARLP generates stronger free cash flow (10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ARLP scores higher overall (53/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alliance Resource Partners LP
ENERGY · THERMAL COAL · USA
Alliance Resource Partners, LP, a diversified natural resources company, produces and markets coal primarily for industrial and utility users in the United States. The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Peabody Energy Corp
ENERGY · THERMAL COAL · USA
Peabody Energy Corporation is engaged in the coal mining business in the United States, Japan, Taiwan, Australia, China, India, Vietnam, South Korea, and internationally. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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