Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU)

Peabody Energy's stock experienced upward momentum in 2025 due to electricity demand and supportive policies. Shares surged nearly 8% on September 24, 2025, with a 54% monthly performance in September. Earlier gains included a 10.57% increase on April 8, 2025. The termination of Peabody's acquisition of Anglo American's metallurgical coal assets was viewed positively. Support from the Trump administration also contributed to the stock's surge. Peabody Energy reported its Q2 2025 results on July 31, 2025, missing revenue and EPS estimates.

Demand for Peabody Energy's thermal coal is boosted by seasonal heating demand during winter months, leading to stronger demand in the fourth and first quarters. September is generally a low-demand period after the summer peak season. The weakening of hydropower in Q4 also contributes to stronger winter heating coal demand. Global energy markets also experience fluctuations driven by seasonal demand and geopolitical developments.

Peabody Energy Corporation is a global coal company involved in mining, selling, and distributing coal. It operates in the Materials sector, focusing on thermal coal for electricity generation and metallurgical coal for steel production. The company also offers coal trading and brokerage services, emphasizing reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality coal.

Peabody Energy has mining operations in the United States and Australia. In the U.S., it operates in the Powder River Basin, Southwest, Colorado, and the Midwest, with key mines like North Antelope Rochelle. In Australia, it operates metallurgical and thermal coal mines in Queensland and New South Wales. The company also has trading offices in countries including China, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Indonesia, Germany, Mongolia, and India.

Peabody Energy faces environmental scrutiny and ESG concerns, leading to compressed valuations. The company focuses on operational excellence, sustainability, and financial discipline. Peabody has announced plans to explore renewable energy projects. Decarbonization efforts and regulatory changes remain a significant risk.

Peabody Energy is predominantly owned by institutional shareholders, accounting for 94.26% of ownership, with 21.45% held by Peabody Energy insiders. Major institutional owners include BlackRock, Inc., Vanguard Group Inc, and State Street Corp. Elliott Investment Management LP is the largest individual shareholder, owning 19.99% of the company.