Peabody Energy Corp (BTU)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| 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 | |
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| Gross profit margin | 10.99% | 13.28% | 16.37% | 21.63% | 29.82% | 35.55% | 37.97% | 39.19% | 33.94% | 33.50% | 27.12% | 20.51% | 23.06% | 11.08% | 14.37% | 13.33% | 12.36% | 16.85% | 17.03% | 20.15% |
| Operating profit margin | 6.32% | 11.00% | 11.84% | 14.63% | 21.66% | 26.35% | 29.78% | 32.84% | 27.92% | 28.78% | 21.87% | 12.26% | 13.02% | -7.06% | -6.07% | -62.38% | -59.99% | -54.75% | -48.87% | -5.13% |
| Pretax margin | 12.41% | 16.94% | 17.84% | 17.53% | 22.74% | 26.93% | 29.59% | 31.86% | 25.66% | 26.79% | 19.69% | 9.79% | 11.16% | -10.24% | -10.32% | -67.20% | -64.27% | -61.54% | -54.43% | -9.97% |
| 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% |
Peabody Energy Corp's profitability ratios have shown fluctuating trends over the past few years.
1. Gross Profit Margin: Peabody Energy Corp's gross profit margin has been volatile, starting at 20.15% in March 2020, declining to a low of 10.99% in December 2024, and then recovering to 16.37% in June 2024. The company experienced a significant improvement in its gross profit margin towards the end of the data period, reaching 29.82% in December 2023.
2. Operating Profit Margin: The operating profit margin of Peabody Energy Corp was negative in the first half of 2020, with a low of -59.99% in December 2020, indicating that the company's operating expenses exceeded its revenues during that period. However, there was a positive trend in the following years, with the operating profit margin improving gradually, reaching 11.00% in September 2024.
3. Pretax Margin: The pretax margin of Peabody Energy Corp also started in the negative territory in early 2020 but showed a positive turnaround from June 2021 onwards. The company's profitability before tax improved steadily, with the pretax margin increasing from 9.79% in March 2022 to 16.94% in September 2024.
4. Net Profit Margin: Similarly, the net profit margin of Peabody Energy Corp was negative during the initial period but saw a positive transformation in the later years. The company's net profit margin rose from 9.54% in March 2022 to 12.46% in September 2024, indicating a better bottom-line performance and more efficient cost management over time.
Overall, it is evident that Peabody Energy Corp made significant progress in improving its profitability margins over the years, reflecting better cost control measures and operational efficiency. However, the company's profitability ratios still exhibit some volatility, suggesting the need for ongoing monitoring and strategic adjustments to sustain and further enhance its profitability.
Return on investment
| 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 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 4.41% | 8.01% | 8.59% | 11.49% | 17.97% | 24.58% | 28.62% | 32.01% | 24.79% | 24.48% | 16.34% | 8.33% | 8.73% | -4.43% | -3.79% | -37.35% | -37.03% | -36.74% | -36.51% | -3.47% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 6.23% | 9.07% | 9.37% | 9.26% | 12.74% | 20.96% | 24.96% | 29.05% | 23.11% | 21.69% | 14.32% | 6.48% | 7.28% | -6.35% | -6.85% | -40.58% | -40.07% | -41.78% | -41.35% | -7.47% |
| Return on total capital | 14.48% | 20.52% | 21.12% | 23.46% | 32.53% | 42.84% | 50.04% | 54.09% | 42.65% | 51.62% | 40.03% | 25.37% | 29.71% | -13.79% | -14.87% | -197.99% | -184.20% | -176.45% | -197.88% | -10.72% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 10.00% | 14.63% | 15.06% | 15.25% | 21.42% | 34.68% | 42.23% | 48.50% | 40.13% | 45.11% | 33.74% | 17.29% | 20.44% | -28.73% | -34.03% | -216.88% | -201.19% | -193.29% | -217.88% | -18.78% |
Peabody Energy Corp's profitability ratios have displayed a significant improvement over the past few years. The Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA) has shown a positive trend, increasing from negative figures in March 2020 to a healthy 32.01% in March 2023, then decreasing slightly by the end of December 2024 to 17.97%. This indicates that the company has been able to generate profits from its operational activities more efficiently over time.
Similarly, the Return on Assets (ROA) also presents an upward trajectory, with the ratio improving from negative values in 2020 to reach 9.07% by September 2024. This suggests that Peabody Energy Corp's overall asset utilization and efficiency in generating profits have been enhancing steadily.
The Return on Total Capital has followed a similar positive trend, indicating a strong performance in utilizing both equity and debt capital to generate returns. The ratio experienced a substantial increase from negative levels to 20.52% by September 2024, signifying effective capital management and operational performance.
Lastly, the Return on Equity (ROE) has also demonstrated improvement, showcasing a rise from negative values to 14.63% by the end of September 2024. This indicates that the company has been successful in generating higher returns for its shareholders over the years.
Overall, the profitability ratios of Peabody Energy Corp reflect a positive trend, suggesting enhanced operational efficiency and effective utilization of assets and capital to generate profits and returns for its stakeholders.