Peabody Energy Corp (BTU)vsNatural Resource Partners LP (NRP)
BTU
Peabody Energy Corp
$28.21
-2.82%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.58B
NRP
Natural Resource Partners LP
$111.10
+0.83%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Peabody Energy Corp generates 1906% more annual revenue ($4.01B vs $199.97M). NRP leads profitability with a 52.3% profit margin vs -4.6%. NRP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
BTU
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
NRP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 62.6%
Currently unprofitable
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 26.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BTU
The strongest argument for BTU centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : BTU
The primary concerns for BTU are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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 mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BTU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — expect wider price swings.
NRP is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — sustainability is the question.
BTU generates stronger free cash flow (258M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NRP scores higher overall (56/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 52.3% margins and 13.1% revenue growth. 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.
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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