NRP (Natural Resources Partners LP) EV-to-EBIT: 12.18 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 72% Above Median

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NRP Natural Resources Partners LP NRP
63 GF Score
Price $102.86
GF Value $84.85
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Natural Resources Partners LP EV-to-EBIT?

Natural Resources Partners LP NRP -1.04% 63 EV-to-EBIT is 12.18 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 72% above its 10-year median of 7.10. GuruFocus rates NRP with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $84.85 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 100 Other Energy Sources companies, Natural Resources Partners LP ranks worse than 54% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Natural Resources Partners LP's Enterprise Value is $1,360.2 Mil. Natural Resources Partners LP's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $111.7 Mil. Therefore, Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBIT for today is 12.18.

The historical rank and industry rank for Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

NRP' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -13.79   Med: 7.1   Max: 767
Current: 12.18

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Natural Resources Partners LP was 767.00. The lowest was -13.79. And the median was 7.10.

NRP's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
54% of 100 companies
in the Other Energy Sources industry
Industry Median: 10.115 vs NRP: 12.18

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Natural Resources Partners LP's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,282.5 Mil. Natural Resources Partners LP's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $111.7 Mil. Natural Resources Partners LP's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 8.71%.


Natural Resources Partners LP  (NYSE:NRP) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

Natural Resources Partners LP's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=111.659/1282.473
=8.71 %

Natural Resources Partners LP's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,282.5 Mil.
Natural Resources Partners LP's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $111.7 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


Natural Resources Partners LP EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Natural Resources Partners LP EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBIT can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Natural Resources Partners LP EV-to-EBIT Chart

Natural Resources Partners LP Annual Data
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EV-to-EBIT
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Natural Resources Partners LP Quarterly Data
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NRP vs NC, BTU, ARLP: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Thermal Coal subindustry, Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Natural Resources Partners LP EV-to-EBIT vs Other Energy Sources Industry

For the Other Energy Sources industry and Energy sector, Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Natural Resources Partners LP EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=1360.163/111.659
=12.18

Natural Resources Partners LP's current Enterprise Value is $1,360.2 Mil.
Natural Resources Partners LP's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $111.7 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 12.18 mean?
Natural Resources Partners LP (NRP) has a EV-to-EBIT of 12.18 as of Aug. 18, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Natural Resources Partners LP and its competitors. This is 72% above median its historical median of 7.10. According to the industry distribution chart, Natural Resources Partners LP ranks #54 out of 100 companies in the Other Energy Sources industry, placing it in the top 54%.
Is Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Natural Resources Partners LP's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.18 is 72% above median its 10-year median of 7.10. The Other Energy Sources industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.12. Natural Resources Partners LP's value of 12.18 is 20.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Natural Resources Partners LP ranks #54 out of 100 companies in the Other Energy Sources industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Natural Resources Partners LP has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBIT compare to NC and BTU?
According to the Other Energy Sources industry distribution chart, Natural Resources Partners LP ranks #54 out of 100 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Natural Resources Partners LP in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.12. Natural Resources Partners LP's value of 12.18 is 20.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.10 vs. the industry median of 10.12, Natural Resources Partners LP has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for an Other Energy Sources company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Other Energy Sources companies is 10.12, based on 100 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Natural Resources Partners LP's current EV-to-EBIT of 12.18 is 20.4% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Natural Resources Partners LP and its competitors. For the Other Energy Sources industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Natural Resources Partners LP's current EV-to-EBIT is 12.18, which is 72% above median its own 10-year median of 7.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Natural Resources Partners LP stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Natural Resources Partners LP (NRP) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $84.85, compared to a current price of $102.86 — trading 21.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 12.18, which is 72% above median its 10-year median of 7.10 and 20.4% above the Other Energy Sources industry median of 10.12. Natural Resources Partners LP's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Natural Resources Partners LP (NRP), the current EV-to-EBIT is 12.18 as of Aug. 18, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Natural Resources Partners LP (NRP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Natural Resources Partners LP stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $102.86 is trading 21.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $84.85. GuruFocus considers Natural Resources Partners LP to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NRP:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 12.18 (72% above median its 10-year median of 7.10)
  • GF Value™: $84.85 vs. price of $102.86 (21.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 20.4% above the Other Energy Sources median (#54 of 100)

No single metric tells the full story. See the NRP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Natural Resources Partners LP Business Description

Address 1415 Louisiana Street, Suite 3325, Houston, TX, USA, 77002
Natural Resources Partners LP is a diversified natural resource company. It is engaged in the business of owning, managing and leasing a diversified portfolio of mineral properties in the United States, including interests in coal, trona and soda ash, crude oil and natural gas, construction aggregates, frac sand, and other natural resources. The company leases coal reserves to experience mine operators under long-term leases that grant the operator the right to mine its coal reserves in exchange for royalty payments. The company operates in two reportable segments namely: Mineral Rights and Soda Ash. The majority of the revenue is generated from the Mineral Rights segment. Geographically, the company's business activity of the group functions through the United States.
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