Alliance Resource Partners LP (ARLP)vsNACCO Industries Inc (NC)
ARLP
Alliance Resource Partners LP
$26.53
-1.27%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.44B
NC
NACCO Industries Inc
$39.70
-0.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $300.42M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alliance Resource Partners LP generates 681% more annual revenue ($2.17B vs $278.48M). ARLP leads profitability with a 12.2% profit margin vs 6.2%. NC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.30. ARLP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ARLP
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
NC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$45.16
Current Price
$26.53
$18.63 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 34.1% YoY
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
Areas to Watch
0.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
6.2% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARLP
The strongest argument for ARLP centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. 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 Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NC
The primary concerns for NC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.45 — expect wider price swings.
NC is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
ARLP generates stronger free cash flow (103M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor THERMAL COAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ARLP scores higher overall (69/100 vs 60/100). Both earn "Strong 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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