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Peabody Energy stock rises with President Donald Trump planning to unlock federal funding for the industry.

The stocks in this article have caught Wall Street’s attention in a big way, with price targets implying returns above 20%. But investors should take these forecasts with a grain of salt because analysts typically say nice things about companies so their firms can win business in other product lines like M&A advisory.

Peabody Energy (BTU) is back in focus after the company priced and completed a US$225 million offering of 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2031, an unsecured instrument targeting qualified institutional buyers. See our latest analysis for Peabody Energy. The new convertible notes arrive after a volatile stretch, with the share price falling 7.04% on the day but still showing a 10.18% 7 day share price return and a 5 year total shareholder return of 240.70%. This indicates that long term...

Peabody is more than a power-generation coal producer. Its growth potential relies on Centurion, an Australian mine that must deliver more consistent steelmaking coal earnings.

Peabody Energy has been treading water for the past six months, recording a small loss of 4.1% while holding steady at $26.11. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 9.1% gain during that period.

Peabody Energy recently reported a US$32.4 million net loss for Q1 2026 and delayed production at its Centurion metallurgical coal mine, while also confirming the immediate resignation of director Joe W. Laymon for personal health reasons. These setbacks come as the company faces a securities fraud investigation into whether prior statements about Centurion’s costs and timelines may have misled investors, raising fresh questions about project execution and governance. We’ll now examine how...

Investing.com -- Chinese authorities revised the death toll from a coal mine gas explosion in northern Shanxi province to 82 on Saturday, down from an initially reported figure of at least 90, Reuters reported.

Companies that burn cash at a rapid pace can run into serious trouble if they fail to secure funding. Without a clear path to profitability, these businesses risk dilution, mounting debt, or even bankruptcy.

Small-cap stocks in the Russell 2000 (^RUT) can be a goldmine for investors looking beyond the usual large-cap names. But with less stability and fewer resources than their bigger counterparts, these companies face steeper challenges in scaling their businesses.

The sale will complete Anglo American’s exit from steelmaking coal and is part of a drive to simplify its portfolio ahead of a merger with Teck Resources.

Stocks trading between $10 and $50 can be particularly interesting as they frequently represent businesses that have survived their early challenges. However, investors should remain vigilant as some may still have unproven business models, leaving them vulnerable to the ebbs and flows of the broader market.

Peabody Energy (NYSE:BTU) stockholders approved all four proposals presented at the company’s 2026 annual meeting, including the election of directors, an advisory vote on executive compensation, approval of the company’s 2026 incentive plan and ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as its independe

Wondering if Peabody Energy's recent share price gives you a fair entry point, or if the stock already reflects its underlying value? The stock trades at US$24.96, with a 1 year return of 76.6%, a 30 day return of 24.4%, and a 7 day return of 9.0%. These moves may have shifted how the market views its risk and reward profile. Recent commentary has focused on Peabody Energy's position within the energy sector and how coal exposure fits into portfolios that balance cash generation with long...

Shareholders might have noticed that Peabody Energy Corporation ( NYSE:BTU ) filed its quarterly result this time last...

Peabody Energy (NYSE:BTU) executives highlighted stronger-than-expected thermal performance, improving seaborne market conditions, and a detailed remediation plan at its Centurion metallurgical operation during the company’s first-quarter 2026 earnings call. Management also discussed early-stage dev

Why Peabody Energy (BTU) is Back on Investors’ Radar Peabody Energy (BTU) stock has faced a one-month decline of 25.5% and a past three-month decline of 28.6%, drawing fresh attention to how its coal-focused business and financial profile now stack up. See our latest analysis for Peabody Energy. The recent share price performance shows a 26% decline over the past month and a 7% decline over the past 7 days, compared with a 1-year total shareholder return of 71%. This suggests fading...

An unexpected flip into the red on the bottom line didn't do the coal mining company any favors.

This specialty chemicals provider supplies titanium technologies and advanced materials to a broad range of global industrial customers.

James C. Grech: One of the world's largest hedge funds recently commented to us that Peabody Energy Corporation was at the intersection of some of the most significant themes going on in America, and I could not agree more. When coupled with plans for increased U.S. manufacturing, this means power generation will struggle to keep up with demand for the foreseeable future. U.S. coal plants’ reliability and affordability also continue to be emphasized.

Peabody Energy (BTU) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -2,500.00% and +5.35%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Coal mining company Peabody Energy (NYSE:BTU) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2026, with sales up 3.9% year on year to $973.3 million. Its GAAP loss of $0.27 per share was significantly below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Select Water Solutions (WTTR) is moving deeper into water infrastructure and recycling, where pipelines and treatment systems can make revenue less tied to daily field activity. The appeal for investors is whether WTTR can improve earnings quality while still benefiting from shale demand.