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Peabody Energy (BTU)
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$23.92-$0.12 (-0.52%)
Price as of Jul 14, 2026 7:08 PM EDT
  • $2.9B
    Market Cap
  • 63.50%
    1-Year Change
  • Thermal Coal
    Industry

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  • Earnings Score: 28
  • Momentum Score: 55
  • True Yield: N/A
  • Financial Health Score: 11
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Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU) Faces Securities Class Action Related to Surprise Centurion Problems – HBSS

Peabody Energy faces a securities class action lawsuit after making surprise disclosures about operational problems at its flagship Centurion metallurgical coal mine in Australia. The company initially assured investors in February 2026 of strong production targets (700,000 tons in Q1), but subsequently slashed Q1 production expectations by 64% to 250,000 tons in March, citing mechanical and electrical issues discovered during commissioning. This led to a 36% stock price decline between March 27 and May 5, 2026, prompting allegations of insufficient transparency about the mine's operational capabilities.

07/13/2026, 6:48 PMGlobeNewswire

PEABODY ENERGY CLASS ACTION ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Announces that a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Peabody Energy Corporation and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Peabody Energy Corporation for allegedly providing false and misleading statements regarding its Centurion mine operations. The company failed to disclose material adverse facts about production delays and ramp-up issues. Following guidance cuts announced on March 30, 2026 and May 5, 2026, the stock declined significantly, with investors losing substantial value during the class period from October 14, 2024 to May 4, 2026.

07/13/2026, 4:52 PMGlobeNewswire

ROSEN, A LEADING NATIONAL FIRM, Encourages Peabody Energy Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – BTU

Rosen Law Firm is urging investors who purchased Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU) stock between October 14, 2024 and May 4, 2026 to join a securities class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that Peabody Energy made materially false and misleading statements about its Centurion mine operations, with the company significantly lowering guidance in March 2026 when actual output was approximately 250,000 tons versus previously estimated 700,000 tons. The lead plaintiff deadline is August 24, 2026.

07/12/2026, 5:48 PMGlobeNewswire

BTU SHAREHOLDER NOTICE: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Reminds Peabody Energy Investors of Securities Class Action Lawsuit Deadline on August 24, 2026

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Peabody Energy Corporation for allegedly making false and misleading statements about its Centurion mine operations. The company provided overly positive guidance while concealing material operational challenges. Stock price declined significantly following corrective disclosures on March 30, 2026 (down 9.7%) and May 5, 2026 (down 5.7%) when the company revealed commissioning delays and reduced output expectations. The deadline to seek lead plaintiff status is August 24, 2026.

07/11/2026, 8:47 AMGlobeNewswire

DEADLINE ALERT for EMBC, FSLR, GTM, BTU: Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Reminds Investors of Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Class Actions

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith has announced securities fraud class action lawsuits against four publicly-traded companies: Embecta Corp., First Solar Inc., ZoomInfo Technologies Inc., and Peabody Energy Corporation. The lawsuits allege that defendants made false or misleading statements regarding business guidance, operational performance, and market conditions. Investors have until mid-to-late August 2026 to file lead plaintiff motions.

07/10/2026, 1:00 PMGlobeNewswire

Peabody (NYSE:BTU) Centurion Mine Issues Trigger Securities Fraud Class Action – Investors Notified to Contact BFA Law about the Lawsuit

A securities fraud class action has been filed against Peabody Energy Corporation for allegedly misleading investors about coal production at its Centurion mine. The company claimed it would increase production to 3.5 million tons in 2026, but later revealed significant commissioning challenges, delivering only 250,000 tons in Q1 2026. This disclosure caused Peabody's stock to drop 9.7% on March 30, 2026, with further declines following additional delays announced in May.

07/10/2026, 6:25 AMGlobeNewswire

ROSEN, A GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED FIRM, Encourages Peabody Energy Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – BTU

Rosen Law Firm is reminding investors who purchased Peabody Energy common stock between October 14, 2024 and May 4, 2026 of an important August 24, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in an ongoing securities class action. The lawsuit alleges that Peabody Energy provided misleading statements about its Centurion mine operations, with the company significantly lowering guidance in March 2026 when actual output was approximately 250,000 tons versus previously estimated 700,000 tons due to mining commissioning challenges.

07/09/2026, 11:03 PMGlobeNewswire

ROSEN, A TRUSTED AND LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages Peabody Energy Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – BTU

Rosen Law Firm has filed a class action lawsuit against Peabody Energy Corporation on behalf of investors who purchased common stock between October 14, 2024 and May 4, 2026. The lawsuit alleges that Peabody Energy provided misleading statements about its Centurion mine operations, with actual first quarter 2026 output of approximately 250,000 tons versus previous estimates of around 700,000 tons due to mining commissioning challenges. The deadline to serve as lead plaintiff is August 24, 2026.

07/06/2026, 10:40 PMGlobeNewswire

Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU) Faces Securities Class Action Lawsuit – Hagens Berman Investigating Federal Securities Law Violations Related to Centurion Operations

Peabody Energy faces a securities class action lawsuit for allegedly misleading investors about its Centurion metallurgical coal mine in Australia. The company claimed in February 2026 it would produce 700,000 tons in Q1, but later slashed that to 250,000 tons and reduced full-year production guidance from 3.5 million to 2.5 million tons due to mechanical and electrical issues. Peabody shares fell 36% between the initial cryptic disclosure on March 30 and fuller disclosure on May 5, 2026.

07/06/2026, 4:51 PMGlobeNewswire

BTU CLASS ACTION NOTICE: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Reminds Peabody Energy Investors of Securities Class Action Lawsuit Deadline on August 24, 2026

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Peabody Energy Corporation for allegedly making false and misleading statements about its Centurion mine operations. The company provided overly positive guidance while concealing material operational challenges. Stock price declined significantly following corrective disclosures on March 30, 2026 (9.7% drop) and May 5, 2026 (5.7% drop) when the company revealed commissioning delays and reduced production guidance. The deadline to seek lead plaintiff status is August 24, 2026.

07/05/2026, 11:40 AMGlobeNewswire

Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU) Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit, Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Announces

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Peabody Energy Corporation for allegedly making false and misleading statements regarding its Centurion mine ramp-up. The company failed to meet its March 2026 deadline and issued guidance cuts, resulting in stock price declines of approximately 10% and 6% on separate disclosure dates. Investors who purchased stock between October 14, 2024 and May 4, 2026 can seek appointment as lead plaintiff by August 24, 2026.

07/05/2026, 11:00 AMGlobeNewswire

BTU Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Peabody Energy Corporation Securities Fraud Lawsuit with the Schall Law Firm

The Schall Law Firm is seeking investors who purchased Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU) securities between October 14, 2024 and May 4, 2026 to join a class action lawsuit alleging securities fraud. The company allegedly made false and misleading statements about its ability to reliably predict the ramp-up and growth of its Centurion mine, which experienced significant issues and delays. Investors who suffered losses are encouraged to contact the firm before August 24, 2026.

07/03/2026, 9:54 AMGlobeNewswire

Lead Plaintiff Deadlines in Shareholder Class Action Lawsuits Against Nano-X Imaging Ltd. (NNOX), Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU), and First Solar, Inc. (FSLR) Announced by Holzer & Holzer, LLC

Holzer & Holzer, LLC announced lead plaintiff deadlines for multiple shareholder class action lawsuits against companies including Nano-X Imaging, Peabody Energy, and First Solar. The lawsuits allege materially false statements and/or failure to disclose material facts regarding operational efficiency, mine ramp-up projections, and tariff policy management respectively. Investors who purchased shares during specified periods and suffered losses are encouraged to seek lead plaintiff status by the announced deadlines in August 2026.

07/01/2026, 7:00 AMGlobeNewswire

Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU) Faces Securities Class Action Related to Surprise Centurion Problems – HBSS

Peabody Energy faces a securities class action lawsuit after making surprise disclosures about operational problems at its flagship Centurion metallurgical coal mine in Australia. The company initially assured investors in February 2026 of strong production targets (700,000 tons in Q1), but abruptly slashed Q1 production expectations to 250,000 tons in March, citing mechanical and electrical issues discovered during commissioning. This led to a 36% stock price decline between March 27 and May 5, 2026. Investors who purchased shares between October 14, 2024 and May 4, 2026 are eligible to join the class action.

06/30/2026, 7:10 PMGlobeNewswire

Lead Plaintiff Deadlines in Shareholder Class Action Lawsuits Against Nano-X Imaging Ltd. (NNOX), Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU), and First Solar, Inc.  (FSLR) Announced by Holzer & Holzer, LLC

Holzer & Holzer, LLC announced lead plaintiff deadlines for multiple shareholder class action lawsuits. Nano-X Imaging faces allegations regarding false statements about operational efficiency and cash burn (deadline August 11, 2026). Peabody Energy is accused of misrepresenting its Centurion mine ramp-up and growth prospects (deadline August 24, 2026). First Solar faces claims about misstatements regarding its capacity to manage U.S. tariff policy impacts (deadline August 24, 2026).

06/29/2026, 7:00 AMGlobeNewswire

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Statistics

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Day Range
$23.77
$24.50
$24.04
1-Year Range
$14.72
$39.50
$24.04
Latest Close$24.04
Change
+$0.44 (+1.83%)
Volume1,867,414
Market Cap$2.9B
Shares Outstanding121.8M
P/E (TTM)-25.42
Diluted EPS (TTM)-$0.93
Enterprise Value$2.7B

Information as of 07/14/2026

Company Profile

$2.9B
Market Cap
-$109.3M
Net Income
Sector: Energy
Industry: Thermal Coal
Peabody Plaza, Saint Louis, MO, United States, 63101-1826
314 342 3400

Peabody Energy Corporation engages in the production of metallurgical and thermal coal. It operates through Seaborne Thermal, Seaborne Metallurgical, Powder River Basin, and Other U.S. Thermal segments. The company operates mines in New South Wales and Queensland in Australia and in Alabama and Wyoming in the United States; mining, preparation, and sale of thermal coal, sold primarily to electric utilities; surface mining extraction processes, coal with a lower sulfur content, and Btu; and mining sub-bituminous coal deposits. It also supplies coal primarily to electricity generators, industrial facilities, and steel manufacturers. The company was founded in 1883 and is headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Key Executives

  • James C. Grech
  • Darren Ronald Yeates FAICD
  • Mark A. Spurbeck
  • Scott T. Jarboe
  • Patrick J. Forkin

Current Ownership Distribution

  • Institutions2.2B (62.50%)
  • Mutual Funds1.2B (35.97%)
  • Insiders53.0M (1.53%)
  • Other0 (0.00%)