CNR (CNR) Stock Analysis
Verdict: HOLD
Earnings rebound and low EV/EBITDA (6.49x) support fundamental value, but persistent insider selling and thermal coal transition risks limit upside.
Investment score: 57/100
Core Natural Resources displays solid forward earnings acceleration and strong balance sheet balance ($432.17M cash vs $452.49M debt), but persistent insider liquidation and long-term coal demand transition headwinds suggest holding for better entry levels.
Peers
| Peer | P/E | P/B | P/S | EV/EBITDA | ROIC % | Net margin % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTU | -18.40 | 1.04 | 0.84 | 11.50 | — | -0.05 |
| ARLP | 12.57 | 1.88 | 1.53 | 5.86 | — | 0.12 |
| UUUU | -35.69 | 3.51 | 28.25 | -42.59 | — | -0.77 |
| LEU | 57.84 | 3.41 | 5.81 | 28.35 | — | 0.10 |
| NRP | 13.87 | 2.25 | 7.53 | 10.56 | — | 0.54 |