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Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE: BTU) is a coal producer active in bituminous coal and lignite surface mining, supplying metallurgical coal for steelmaking and thermal coal for power generation. The BTU news feed on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, earnings releases and regulatory disclosures that explain how Peabody’s operations, strategy and governance are evolving over time.
Investors following BTU news will see regular updates on segment performance across Seaborne Thermal, Seaborne Metallurgical, Powder River Basin and Other U.S. Thermal operations. Quarterly results highlight trends in tons sold, revenue per ton, costs per ton and Adjusted EBITDA, along with commentary on factors such as seaborne benchmark pricing, U.S. thermal coal demand, mine development progress and logistics conditions.
Peabody’s news flow also covers strategic and corporate events. Recent releases have discussed development of the Centurion premium hard coking coal mine in Australia’s Bowen Basin, a Powder River Basin rare earth initiative, termination of a planned acquisition of steelmaking coal assets from Anglo American, and related arbitration proceedings. The company has issued statements on U.S. energy policy, including federal actions that affect coal-fueled generation and coal economics.
Governance and capital allocation items are another key component of BTU news. Peabody reports Board appointments, amendments to its by-laws, executive leadership changes and CEO transition planning, as well as recurring dividend declarations and commentary on shareholder return programs. For investors, analysts and industry observers, this news page provides a centralized view of Peabody’s financial performance, project pipeline, policy environment and boardroom decisions, making it a useful resource for tracking developments that may influence the BTU stock and the company’s coal-focused business segments.
Peabody (NYSE: BTU) has announced an increased Term Loan Offer, raising the aggregate principal amount of its senior secured term loan due 2024 to $114.61 million. The offer to purchase the loan is set at a weighted average purchase price of 105.91% of par. The company previously repurchased approximately $20.4 million of the loan on September 19, 2022. The deadline for tendering notes is November 18, 2022, with $64.12 million already tendered by November 8, 2022. This move is part of Peabody's ongoing strategy to manage its debt and financial obligations.
Peabody (NYSE: BTU) reported a strong financial performance for Q3 2022, posting a net income of $375.1 million, or $2.33 per diluted share, compared to a loss of $44.2 million in the same quarter last year. The results benefitted from a $90.4 million gain from coal hedging activities. Adjusted EBITDA rose 52% to $438.9 million, while operating cash flow surged to $494.7 million. The company achieved Free Cash Flow of $461 million, the highest in 18 quarters. Notably, Peabody commenced redevelopment at the North Goonyella mine, expected to enhance its metallurgical coal portfolio.
Peabody (NYSE: BTU) announced an extension to the expiration date of its cash offer to purchase any and all of its outstanding 10.000% Senior Secured Notes due 2024, now set for November 18, 2022. The purchase price for the notes is 105.91% of the principal amount, plus accrued interest. As of October 27, 2022, $14,099,000 of the notes had been tendered. This offer is part of Peabody's compliance with its indenture obligations following a prior repurchase of $20.4 million of Senior Secured Term Loans due 2024. The settlement date is expected on November 22, 2022.
Peabody (NYSE: BTU) will report its financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2022, on November 3, 2022, at 10 a.m. CT. A conference call will follow the announcement, with details available on PeabodyEnergy.com. Peabody is a significant coal producer, playing a critical role in providing essential products for affordable energy and steel production. The company emphasizes sustainability as a core aspect of its strategy.
Peabody (NYSE: BTU) clarified recent reports regarding its earnings for the quarter ended September 30, 2022, stating they are false as the company has not yet released its earnings. The official earnings report is expected in the coming weeks. Peabody is a prominent coal producer focused on providing reliable energy and steel production, with a commitment to sustainability shaping its future strategy.
On September 19, 2022, Peabody's subsidiaries, PIC AU Holdings LLC and PIC AU Holdings Corporation, completed a repurchase of approximately $20.4 million of their 10.000% Senior Secured Term Loan due 2024 at a purchase price of 105.91% of par. They also announced an offer to purchase any and all of the $81.55 million outstanding principal of their 10.000% Senior Secured Notes due 2024, under similar terms. The offers aim to satisfy repayment obligations following the term loan repurchase and will expire on October 31, 2022.
On August 29, 2022, Peabody (NYSE: BTU) announced the expiration of its offer to purchase up to $27.204 million in aggregate principal amount of its 10.000% Senior Secured Notes due 2024. Valid tenders amounted to $18.214 million, which will be repurchased at a price of $1,039.10 per $1,000 principal amount, plus accrued interest. This offer was made under the terms of an existing Indenture and reflects a significant debt reduction strategy. Following this transaction, approximately $81.550 million of these Notes will remain outstanding alongside $134.968 million in other senior secured debt.
Peabody (NYSE: BTU) announced an offer to purchase up to $27.204 million of their 10.000% Senior Secured Notes due 2024. The offer price is 103.91% of the principal amount, plus accrued interest, with a deadline of August 29, 2022. If more than the offered amount is tendered, purchases will be made on a pro rata basis. This offer aims to meet the requirements outlined in the Indenture, reflecting Peabody's commitment to financial management and debt repayment strategies. The Notes are part of Peabody's approach to maintaining liquidity and operational stability.
Peabody (NYSE: BTU) reported a strong second quarter for 2022, with a net income of $409.5 million or $2.54 per diluted share, a significant recovery from a net loss of $28.6 million in the same period last year. Revenue surged by over 80% to $1.322 billion, driven by increased coal prices across segments. Adjusted EBITDA reached $577.8 million, marking the highest quarterly performance in over a decade. However, the company warns of reduced production and higher costs in the second half due to severe weather impacts and revised guidance.
Peabody's subsidiaries, PIC AU Holdings LLC and PIC AU Holdings Corporation, announced the expiration of their cash offer to purchase up to $90 million of their 10.000% Senior Secured Notes due 2024. The offer expired on July 21, 2022, with $112,704,000 in Notes tendered. Due to high interest, the Co-Issuers will buy $93,872,000 in Notes at 103.91% of par. Payment for accepted Notes is scheduled for July 25, 2022. Post-transaction, approximately $99,749,000 in Notes will remain outstanding.