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Warrior Met Coal, Inc. (NYSE: HCC) is a U.S.-based producer and exporter of premium non-thermal metallurgical coal for the global steel industry, with underground mining operations in Alabama. This news page aggregates company-specific updates so readers can follow how Warrior Met Coal’s steelmaking coal business and key projects evolve over time.
News coverage for Warrior Met Coal often centers on quarterly and annual financial results, where the company reports production volumes, sales volumes, cash costs, and commentary on steelmaking coal market conditions. Earnings releases frequently highlight the impact of global steel demand, index pricing for premium low-vol steelmaking coal, and the contribution of the Blue Creek mine to overall performance.
Another recurring theme in Warrior Met Coal news is project development and operational milestones. The company has reported first commercial sales from its Blue Creek mine, the commencement of longwall operations at Blue Creek, and progress on related infrastructure such as preparation plants, overland belts, and loadout facilities. Updates also include information on federal coal lease awards in Alabama that expand the company’s reserve base and extend the life of its mining operations.
Corporate and capital structure announcements appear as well, including amendments and extensions to the asset-based revolving credit facility, regular quarterly cash dividend declarations, and selected governance or mine safety disclosures. Investors and observers who track HCC news can use this page to monitor how Warrior Met Coal manages its cost structure, advances its growth projects, and responds to changes in global steelmaking coal markets. For ongoing insight into the company’s operations and strategy, users can revisit this feed as new press releases and regulatory news become available.
Warrior Met Coal (NYSE: HCC) has announced that CEO Walt Scheller and CFO Dale Boyles will participate in the 2025 BMO Global Metals, Mining & Critical Minerals Conference, scheduled for February 23-26, 2025. CEO Scheller is set to present at the conference on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
Warrior is a U.S.-based supplier to the global steel industry, focusing exclusively on mining non-thermal metallurgical (met) steelmaking coal. The company operates efficient longwall operations in underground mines in Alabama, producing premium quality hard-coking coal (HCC) from the Blue Creek coal seam. This HCC is characterized by very low sulfur content and strong coking properties, making it particularly suitable as a base feed coal for steel manufacturers in Europe, South America, and Asia.
Warrior Met Coal (NYSE:HCC) reported Q4 2024 net income of $1.1 million ($0.02 per diluted share), down from $128.9 million ($2.47 per diluted share) in Q4 2023. Full-year 2024 net income was $250.6 million ($4.79 per diluted share), compared to $478.6 million ($9.20 per diluted share) in 2023.
The company achieved a 6% increase in sales volumes and 8% increase in production volumes for 2024, reaching levels not seen since 2019. Mine 4 achieved record production of 2.8 million short tons. The Blue Creek growth project began production on time and on budget, producing 209,000 short tons in 2024.
Total revenues for Q4 2024 were $297.5 million, down from $363.8 million in Q4 2023, primarily due to a 34% decrease in average net selling price. The company maintains strong liquidity of $654.7 million and has provided favorable guidance for 2025 despite expected weak market conditions.
Warrior Met Coal (NYSE:HCC) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on March 3, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 24, 2025. The company operates as a U.S.-based supplier to the global steel industry, focusing exclusively on mining non-thermal metallurgical coal.
Warrior specializes in producing premium quality hard coking coal (HCC) from its underground mines in Alabama, utilizing highly efficient longwall operations. The company's Blue Creek coal seam produces low-sulfur HCC with strong coking properties, making it particularly suitable as a base feed coal for steel manufacturers in Europe, South America, and Asia.
Warrior Met Coal (NYSE: HCC) has released its 2024 sustainability report, highlighting significant achievements in safety, environmental impact, and community engagement. The company reported a 19% improvement in safety incidence rate compared to 2023, with a total incidence rate 65% lower than the national average for underground coal mines.
Key environmental accomplishments include a 33% reduction in total Scope 1 and 2 emissions from their 2021 baseline, progressing toward their 2030 goal of 50% reduction. The company completed its water efficiency optimization plan, supporting their target of 25% water usage reduction by 2030. Additionally, Warrior demonstrated community commitment through $1.5 Million in charitable donations.
CEO Walt Scheller emphasized the company's commitment to safety and sustainability while executing their growth strategy, including the development of the Blue Creek Mine project.
Warrior Met Coal (NYSE: HCC) has scheduled its fourth quarter 2024 earnings conference call for Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. ET. The company will release its financial results after market close on the same day.
Investors can participate in the conference call by dialing 1-844-340-9047 (domestic) or 1-412-858-5206 (international), referencing the Warrior Met Coal conference call. A webcast will be available through the company's Investor Relations website, with an archived replay accessible afterward.
A telephone playback will be available from 6:30 p.m. ET on February 13 until 6:30 p.m. ET on February 20, 2025, accessible at 1-877-344-7529 (domestic) or 1-412-317-0088 (international) using passcode 8614909.
Warrior Met Coal reported Q3 2024 net income of $41.8 million ($0.80 per diluted share), down from $85.4 million ($1.64 per diluted share) in Q3 2023. The company achieved Adjusted EBITDA of $78.5 million, compared to $145.8 million in Q3 2023. Sales volume decreased 17.5% to 1.9 million short tons, while production declined 3.8%. Total revenues were $327.7 million, down from $423.5 million. The company reached a milestone by producing first development tons at its Blue Creek project, investing $93.8 million in its development during Q3, bringing total project spend to $612.4 million.
Warrior Met Coal (NYSE:HCC) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on November 12, 2024, to stockholders of record as of November 5, 2024. The company operates as a U.S.-based supplier of metallurgical coal to the global steel industry, focusing on mining non-thermal metallurgical coal from its underground mines in Alabama. Warrior produces premium quality hard coking coal (HCC) from the Blue Creek coal seam, characterized by low sulfur content and strong coking properties, making it particularly suitable for steel manufacturers in Europe, South America, and Asia.
Warrior Met Coal (NYSE: HCC) has announced its schedule for the third quarter 2024 earnings release and investor conference call. The company will release its results after market close on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, followed by an investor conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET the same day.
To participate in the call, investors can dial 1-844-340-9047 (domestic) or 1-412-858-5206 (international) 10 minutes before the start time, referencing the Warrior Met Coal conference call. A webcast will be available through the company's Investor section website, with an archived replay accessible afterwards.
Additionally, a telephone playback will be available from 6:30 p.m. ET on October 30, 2024, until 6:30 p.m. ET on November 6, 2024. To access the replay, call 1-877-344-7529 (domestic) or 1-412-317-0088 (international) using passcode 6016502.
Warrior Met Coal (NYSE: HCC) has announced that its Chief Financial Officer Dale Boyles and Chief Commercial Officer Charles Lussier will be attending the Jefferies Industrials Conference on September 4-5, 2024, in New York City. This event provides an opportunity for the company's top executives to engage with industry peers and potential investors, potentially discussing Warrior Met Coal's financial performance, market outlook, and strategic initiatives.
Warrior Met Coal reported Q2 2024 results with net income of $70.7 million, or $1.35 per diluted share, down from $82.1 million in Q2 2023. Adjusted EBITDA was $115.9 million, compared to $130.0 million last year. The company achieved an 18% increase in sales volumes and a 13% increase in production volumes, resulting in the largest quarterly production in over three years. Warrior invested $84.1 million in the Blue Creek growth project and completed major components for seam access. The company re-affirmed its 2024 outlook with a minor change to interest expense. Despite softer global demand, Warrior's CEO Walt Scheller highlighted the company's strong performance and positioning to capitalize on potential improving global demand in the second half of the year.