Peabody Energy Corp (BTU)vsNatural Resource Partners LP (NRP)
BTU
Peabody Energy Corp
$28.10
-9.96%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.34B
NRP
Natural Resource Partners LP
$105.51
-0.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Peabody Energy Corp generates 1911% more annual revenue ($3.90B vs $193.84M). NRP leads profitability with a 58.5% profit margin vs -3.1%. NRP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
BTU
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
NRP
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 59 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 60.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 62.6%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 15.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BTU
The strongest argument for BTU centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : NRP
The strongest argument for NRP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 58.5% and operating margin at 60.2%.
Bear Case : BTU
The primary concerns for BTU are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : NRP
The primary concerns for NRP are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BTU profiles as a turnaround stock while NRP is a declining 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.
NRP generates stronger free cash flow (33M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NRP scores higher overall (50/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 58.5% margins. Both earn "Hold" 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.
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.
Natural Resource Partners LP
ENERGY · THERMAL COAL · USA
Natural Resource Partners LP, owns, manages and leases a portfolio of mineral properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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