Equity Profile

BTU

Peabody Energy Corporation

EnergyCoal & Consumable Fuels$2.9B

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Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU) is a leading coal producer in the energy sector, focusing on the extraction and sale of coal for electricity generation and steel production. With a market cap of $3 billion, Peabody plays a significant role in the coal industry, which is facing challenges due to environmental concerns and a shift towards renewable energy sources.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors will closely scrutinize this quarter.

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Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into the demand for coal and the company's operational performance amidst fluctuating energy prices.

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BTU Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-594.29%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.16%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Peabody reported an EPS of -$0.27, significantly missing expectations. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 5.73% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautious ahead of Peabody's upcoming earnings report, especially given the company's recent history of missing earnings estimates. The market is watching for any signs of recovery in coal demand.

Bull Case

If Peabody can demonstrate improved operational efficiency and better-than-expected demand for coal, it could lead to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if Peabody continues to report losses and fails to show signs of recovery, investor confidence may further decline.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous estimates?

Given the company's recent history of significant EPS misses, this figure will be crucial in assessing whether Peabody is on a recovery path.

How has coal demand changed in the current market environment?

Understanding demand dynamics will help investors gauge the company's future revenue potential and overall market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Peabody's ability to recover from recent losses due to an improving coal market and operational efficiencies.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing in a 26% move, indicating expectations of significant volatility that may not align with historical performance.

Peabody's recent operational adjustments could lead to better-than-expected demand and pricing for coal.

Key Risk

If EPS exceeds expectations significantly, it could shift market sentiment and validate the recovery narrative.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will either validate or challenge the current market perceptions of Peabody's recovery.

Bull Confirmed If

A positive EPS of $0.10 or better would confirm the bull case and suggest a turnaround in performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.50 or worse would reinforce the bear case, indicating ongoing struggles.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±26.01%

Historical Avg

±5.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating that investors expect volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±26.0% while BTU has averaged ±5.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

56.9%

Calls (3.1M)P/C Ratio: 0.47Puts (472K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 18 of 29 (62%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Energy in the last 2 years. 18 of 29 (62%) reversed within 5 days — this setup typically fades. The average absolute 1-day move is 3.4%, with a raw directional average of +0.2% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Peabody beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 5.91%, confirming a positive turnaround narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await clearer signals of recovery.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 3.29%, further eroding investor confidence in the company's recovery prospects.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on coal demand trends and pricing.
2Management's outlook on operational efficiency improvements.
3Details on cost management strategies.
4Insights into market conditions affecting coal production.
5Any commentary on regulatory impacts on coal operations.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors will closely scrutinize this quarter.

N/A

Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into the demand for coal and the company's operational performance amidst fluctuating energy prices.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

BTU Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-594.29%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.16%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Peabody reported an EPS of -$0.27, significantly missing expectations. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 5.73% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Peabody can demonstrate improved operational efficiency and better-than-expected demand for coal, it could lead to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if Peabody continues to report losses and fails to show signs of recovery, investor confidence may further decline.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous estimates?

Given the company's recent history of significant EPS misses, this figure will be crucial in assessing whether Peabody is on a recovery path.

How has coal demand changed in the current market environment?

Understanding demand dynamics will help investors gauge the company's future revenue potential and overall market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Peabody's ability to recover from recent losses due to an improving coal market and operational efficiencies.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing in a 26% move, indicating expectations of significant volatility that may not align with historical performance.

Peabody's recent operational adjustments could lead to better-than-expected demand and pricing for coal.

Key Risk

If EPS exceeds expectations significantly, it could shift market sentiment and validate the recovery narrative.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will either validate or challenge the current market perceptions of Peabody's recovery.

Bull Confirmed If

A positive EPS of $0.10 or better would confirm the bull case and suggest a turnaround in performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.50 or worse would reinforce the bear case, indicating ongoing struggles.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±26.01%

Historical Avg

±5.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating that investors expect volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±26.0% while BTU has averaged ±5.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

56.9%

Calls (3.1M)P/C Ratio: 0.47Puts (472K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 18 of 29 (62%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Peabody beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 5.91%, confirming a positive turnaround narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await clearer signals of recovery.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 3.29%, further eroding investor confidence in the company's recovery prospects.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on coal demand trends and pricing.
2Management's outlook on operational efficiency improvements.
3Details on cost management strategies.
4Insights into market conditions affecting coal production.
5Any commentary on regulatory impacts on coal operations.