10-K · February 19, 2026
Peabody positions itself as a leading producer of metallurgical and thermal coal with four reportable segments (Seaborne Thermal, Seaborne Metallurgical, Powder River Basin and Other U.S. Thermal). The filing highlights…
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Filed May 6, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report
The latest report
Peabody Energy's Q1 2026 report shows a modest increase in revenue to $973.3 million, surpassing estimates but reflecting challenges in profitability, evidenced by an EPS loss of -$0.27. The company faced significant…
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Peabody Energy's Q1 2026 report shows a modest increase in revenue to $973.3 million, surpassing estimates but reflecting challenges in profitability, evidenced by an EPS loss of -$0.27. The company faced significant operational challenges that influenced margins, although there were specific segment performances like an increase in Seaborne Metallurgical revenue. Management signals ongoing cost pressures and upcoming operational improvements, with no firm guidance for the upcoming quarters.
Gross and operating margin
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Reported figures
- Earnings per share
- $-0.27
- Segment
- Seaborne Thermal
- Segment
- Seaborne Metallurgical
- Segment
- Powder River Basin
- Segment
- Other U.S. Thermal
What stood out
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Revenue Surpass Estimates
Q1 2026 revenue was $973.3 million, exceeding estimates of $958.2 million.
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EPS Missed Expectations
Diluted EPS came in at -$0.27, missing the expected $0.07 by $0.34.
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Seaborne Metallurgical Growth
Seaborne Metallurgical revenue increased to $283 million, up 29% year-over-year.
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Operating Cash Flow Decline
Net cash provided by operating activities dropped to $30 million, down from $119.9 million year-over-year.
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Increased Segment Costs
Total Segment Costs rose to $864.6 million, a 13% year-over-year increase.
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Available Liquidity Decreased
Total liquidity decreased from $942.1 million at 2025 year-end to $868.2 million as of March 31, 2026.
What to watch
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Operational Challenges at Centurion Mine
Centurion Mine faced mechanical issues leading to operational disruptions, affecting production ramp-up.
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High Costs Due to Increased Operational Expenses
Operating expenses increased significantly, impacting profitability and margin stability.
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Declining Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA decreased to $82.5 million from $144.0 million, a decline of 43% year over year.
Management's outlook
No explicit numeric guidance provided; management indicates ongoing operational recovery efforts.
Earlier filings 4
10-Q · May 8, 2025
Peabody reported Q1 2025 revenue of $937.0 million and diluted EPS of $0.27. Operating profit fell to $31.9 million from $51.2 million a year ago, but operating cash flow remained strong at $119.9 million and the…
10-K · February 20, 2025
Peabody’s 2024 10‑K emphasizes growth in metallurgical coal through the November 25, 2024 definitive agreements to acquire a portion of Anglo American’s Australian metallurgical coal portfolio (expected to close in Q2…
10-Q · August 8, 2024
Peabody reported Q2 2024 revenue of $1,042.0 million (down $226.8 million vs Q2 2023) while delivering diluted EPS of $1.42 (vs $1.15 in Q2 2023), driven by a $233.9 million operating profit and a $109.5 million Shoal…
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