Core Natural Resources, Inc. (CNR) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Core Natural Resources, Inc. stock (CNR) is currently trading at $109.68. Core Natural Resources, Inc. PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.31. Analyst consensus price target for CNR is $109.50. WallStSmart rates CNR as Underperform.
- CNR PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
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- Core Natural Resources, Inc. financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- CNR Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- CNR analyst price target and Smart Rating
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Smart Analysis
Core Natural Resources, Inc. (CNR) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Core Natural Resources, Inc. (CNR) Key Strengths (6)
Growing significantly faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 81.80% year-over-year
96.57% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Paying $1.31 for every $1 of annual revenue
Trading at 1.48x book value, attractively priced
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Supporting Valuation Data
Core Natural Resources, Inc. (CNR) Areas to Watch (4)
Company is destroying shareholder value
Losing money on operations
Earnings declining -81.10%, profits shrinking
Company is losing money with a negative profit margin
Core Natural Resources, Inc. (CNR) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 53/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 8.8/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 0.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.35), Price/Sales (1.31), Price/Book (1.48) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 81.80%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -81.10%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -5.84%, Operating Margin at -10.00%, Profit Margin at -3.68%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at -5.84% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 81.80% strong but requiring continuation.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth) and negatives (Return on Equity, Operating Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
CNR Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
CNR's Price-to-Sales ratio of 1.31x sits near its historical average of 1.37x (48th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 58% below its historical high of 3.1x set in Aug 2022, and 837% above its historical low of 0.14x in Oct 2020. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~1.8x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Core Natural Resources, Inc. (CNR) · ENERGY › THERMAL COAL
The Big Picture
Core Natural Resources, Inc. is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 4.2B with 82% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -368.0% profit margin.
Key Findings
Revenue growing at 82% YoY, reaching 4.2B. This pace significantly outperforms most THERMAL COAL peers.
Generating 26M in free cash flow and 107M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
The company is unprofitable with a -368.0% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.
Earnings fell 81% YoY while revenue grew 82%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.
What to Watch Next
Growth sustainability: can Core Natural Resources, Inc. maintain 82%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 37.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor THERMAL COAL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Core Natural Resources, Inc..
Bottom Line
Core Natural Resources, Inc. is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 82% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin -368.0% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Core Natural Resources, Inc.(CNR)
NYSE
ENERGY
THERMAL COAL
USA
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