Alliance Resource Partners LP (ARLP)vsNACCO Industries Inc (NC)
ARLP
Alliance Resource Partners LP
$25.62
-1.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.22B
NC
NACCO Industries Inc
$53.21
+2.31%
ENERGY · Cap: $379.75M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alliance Resource Partners LP generates 691% more annual revenue ($2.17B vs $274.40M). ARLP leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 7.8%. NC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.30. NC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ARLP
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
NC
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
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 NC.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 77.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.5%
Earnings declined 88.5%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
7.8% margin — thin
Revenue declined 4.3%
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 : NC
The strongest argument for NC centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ARLP
The primary concerns for ARLP are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NC
The primary concerns for NC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARLP profiles as a declining stock while NC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.43 — expect wider price swings.
NC is growing revenue faster at -4.3% — sustainability is the question.
ARLP generates stronger free cash flow (10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NC scores higher overall (58/100 vs 53/100). ARLP offers better value entry with a 44.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
NACCO Industries Inc
ENERGY · THERMAL COAL · USA
NACCO Industries, Inc., is involved in the mining and natural resources businesses. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
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