NACCO Industries Inc (NC)vsNatural Resource Partners LP (NRP)
NC
NACCO Industries Inc
$39.70
-0.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $300.42M
NRP
Natural Resource Partners LP
$111.10
+0.83%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NACCO Industries Inc generates 39% more annual revenue ($278.48M vs $199.97M). NRP leads profitability with a 52.3% profit margin vs 6.2%. NC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.30. NC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
NC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
NRP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 77.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 52 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
6.2% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 26.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : NRP
The strongest argument for NRP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 52.3% and operating margin at 58.7%. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NC
The primary concerns for NC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : NRP
The primary concerns for NRP are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NC profiles as a value stock while NRP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.45 — expect wider price swings.
NRP is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — sustainability is the question.
NRP generates stronger free cash flow (41M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NC scores higher overall (60/100 vs 56/100). 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.
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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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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