Peabody Energy Corp (BTU)

Net profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 370,900 759,600 1,297,100 360,100 -1,859,800
Revenue US$ in thousands 4,236,700 4,946,700 4,981,900 3,318,300 2,881,100
Net profit margin 8.75% 15.36% 26.04% 10.85% -64.55%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $370,900K ÷ $4,236,700K
= 8.75%

Peabody Energy Corp's net profit margin has shown a significant improvement over the years. Starting at a low of -64.55% on December 31, 2020, the company managed to turn its performance around, recording a positive net profit margin of 10.85% by December 31, 2021. Subsequently, the margin increased to 26.04% by December 31, 2022, indicating a strong growth pattern. However, there was a slight drop in profitability by December 31, 2023, with the net profit margin standing at 15.36%. By the end of December 31, 2024, the net profit margin further decreased to 8.75%, suggesting a potential challenge in maintaining the earlier growth trajectory. Overall, the company has made significant strides in enhancing its profitability, but there may be a need to monitor and address factors impacting its margins to sustain positive performance in the future.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Peabody Energy Corp
BTU
8.75%
Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
AMR
6.34%