NRP (Natural Resources Partners LP) EV-to-EBITDA: 9.88 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — 60% 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-EBITDA?

Natural Resources Partners LP NRP -1.04% 63 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.88 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 60% above its 10-year median of 6.16. 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 102 Other Energy Sources companies, Natural Resources Partners LP ranks worse than 53.92% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Natural Resources Partners LP's enterprise value is $1,360.2 Mil. Natural Resources Partners LP's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $137.6 Mil. Therefore, Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.88.

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

NRP' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -17.45   Med: 6.16   Max: 66.27
Current: 9.88

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Natural Resources Partners LP was 66.27. The lowest was -17.45. And the median was 6.16.

NRP's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
53.92% of 102 companies
in the Other Energy Sources industry
Industry Median: 9.09 vs NRP: 9.88

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-18), Natural Resources Partners LP's stock price is $102.86. Natural Resources Partners LP's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $7.840. Therefore, Natural Resources Partners LP's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.12.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


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

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Natural Resources Partners LP's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=102.86/7.840
=13.12

Natural Resources Partners LP's share price for today is $102.86.
Natural Resources Partners LP's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 $7.840.

* 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.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Natural Resources Partners LP EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Natural Resources Partners LP EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBITDA 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-EBITDA Chart

Natural Resources Partners LP Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Natural Resources Partners LP Quarterly Data
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NRP vs NC, BTU, ARLP: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Thermal Coal subindustry, Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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-EBITDA vs Other Energy Sources Industry

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

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


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Natural Resources Partners LP EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1360.163/137.616
=9.88

Natural Resources Partners LP's current Enterprise Value is $1,360.2 Mil.
Natural Resources Partners LP's EBITDA 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 $137.6 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-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.88 mean?
Natural Resources Partners LP (NRP) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.88 as of Aug. 18, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Natural Resources Partners LP. This is 60% above median its historical median of 6.16. According to the industry distribution chart, Natural Resources Partners LP ranks #55 out of 102 companies in the Other Energy Sources industry, placing it in the top 53.9%.
Is Natural Resources Partners LP's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Natural Resources Partners LP's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.88 is 60% above median its 10-year median of 6.16. The Other Energy Sources industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.09. Natural Resources Partners LP's value of 9.88 is 8.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Natural Resources Partners LP ranks #55 out of 102 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-EBITDA compare to NC and BTU?
According to the Other Energy Sources industry distribution chart, Natural Resources Partners LP ranks #55 out of 102 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Natural Resources Partners LP in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.09. Natural Resources Partners LP's value of 9.88 is 8.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.16 vs. the industry median of 9.09, 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-EBITDA for an Other Energy Sources company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Other Energy Sources companies is 9.09, based on 102 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA 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-EBITDA of 9.88 is 8.7% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Natural Resources Partners LP. For the Other Energy Sources industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.09 — 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-EBITDA is 9.88, which is 60% above median its own 10-year median of 6.16. 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-EBITDA is 9.88, which is 60% above median its 10-year median of 6.16 and 8.7% above the Other Energy Sources industry median of 9.09. 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-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Natural Resources Partners LP (NRP), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.88 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-EBITDA: 9.88 (60% above median its 10-year median of 6.16)
  • GF Value™: $84.85 vs. price of $102.86 (21.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 8.7% above the Other Energy Sources median (#55 of 102)

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.
63GF Score

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