Peabody Energy Corp (BTU)

Net profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020
Net income (ttm) US$ in thousands 370,900 532,300 550,900 530,700 759,600 1,199,600 1,454,800 1,685,100 1,296,800 1,177,800 758,500 320,400 360,100 -282,100 -305,100 -1,820,700 -1,870,300 -2,030,900 -2,046,500 -465,200
Revenue (ttm) US$ in thousands 4,158,500 4,270,400 4,261,300 4,498,200 4,946,700 5,337,800 5,601,400 5,654,500 4,981,900 4,620,400 3,956,900 3,358,400 3,318,300 2,790,900 2,782,900 2,686,200 2,881,100 3,261,300 3,696,700 4,219,000
Net profit margin 8.92% 12.46% 12.93% 11.80% 15.36% 22.47% 25.97% 29.80% 26.03% 25.49% 19.17% 9.54% 10.85% -10.11% -10.96% -67.78% -64.92% -62.27% -55.36% -11.03%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income (ttm) ÷ Revenue (ttm)
= $370,900K ÷ $4,158,500K
= 8.92%

Peabody Energy Corp's net profit margin has shown volatility over the given period. Starting from negative figures in early 2020, the company experienced significant losses, with margins reaching as low as -67.78% by March 2021. However, there has been a notable turnaround since then, with the net profit margin gradually improving to reach positive territory by December 2021.

The positive trend continued into 2022, with the net profit margin increasing to 26.03% by December 2022. Although there was a slight dip in the following quarters, the margin remained relatively stable above 10%, reflecting improved profitability for the company.

Overall, the turnaround in Peabody Energy Corp's net profit margin is a positive sign, showcasing the company's efforts to enhance operational efficiency and profitability. The recent trend of maintaining double-digit margins indicates a more stable financial performance, which could be attributed to effective cost management or revenue growth strategies. Further monitoring of the net profit margin will be crucial to assess the company's ongoing financial health and sustainability.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Peabody Energy Corp
BTU
8.92%
Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
AMR
6.34%