Peabody Energy (STU:PBE) EV-to-OCF: 14.79 (As of Sep. 16, 2026) — 339% Above Median

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STU:PBE Peabody Energy Corp STU:PBE
72 GF Score
Price €23.14
GF Value €21.86
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Peabody Energy EV-to-OCF?

Peabody Energy STU:PBE -2.24% 72 EV-to-OCF is 14.79 as of Sep. 16, 2026, which is 339% above its 10-year median of 3.37. GuruFocus rates STU:PBE with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of €21.86 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 190 Other Energy Sources companies, Peabody Energy ranks worse than 81.05% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Peabody Energy's Enterprise Value is €2,769 Mil. Peabody Energy's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €187 Mil. Therefore, Peabody Energy's EV-to-OCF for today is 14.79.

The historical rank and industry rank for Peabody Energy's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

STU:PBE' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -142.09   Med: 3.37   Max: 13735.29
Current: 15.45

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Peabody Energy was 13735.29. The lowest was -142.09. And the median was 3.37.

STU:PBE's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
81.05% of 190 companies
in the Other Energy Sources industry
Industry Median: 1.365 vs STU:PBE: 15.45

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

As of today (2026-09-16), Peabody Energy's stock price is €23.14. Peabody Energy's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €-1.286. Therefore, Peabody Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Peabody Energy  (STU:PBE) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

Peabody Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=23.14/-1.286
=At Loss

Peabody Energy's share price for today is €23.14.
Peabody Energy'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 €-1.286.

* 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.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Peabody Energy EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Peabody Energy EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Peabody Energy's EV-to-OCF 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.

Peabody Energy EV-to-OCF Chart

Peabody Energy Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Peabody Energy Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 2.49 10.97 10.59 17.50 -28.32

STU:PBE vs ARLP, CNR, NRP: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Thermal Coal subindustry, Peabody Energy's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.


Peabody Energy EV-to-OCF vs Other Energy Sources Industry

For the Other Energy Sources industry and Energy sector, Peabody Energy's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Peabody Energy's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Peabody Energy EV-to-OCF Calculation

Peabody Energy's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=2769.369/187.263
=14.79

Peabody Energy's current Enterprise Value is €2,769 Mil.
Peabody Energy's Cash Flow from Operations 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 €187 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-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 14.79 mean?
Peabody Energy (STU:PBE) has a EV-to-OCF of 14.79 as of Sep. 16, 2026. This is 339% above median its historical median of 3.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Peabody Energy ranks #154 out of 190 companies in the Other Energy Sources industry, placing it in the top 81.1%.
Is Peabody Energy's EV-to-OCF too high?
Peabody Energy's current EV-to-OCF of 14.79 is 339% above median its 10-year median of 3.37. The Other Energy Sources industry median EV-to-OCF is 1.37. Peabody Energy's value of 14.79 is 983.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Peabody Energy ranks #154 out of 190 companies in the Other Energy Sources industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Peabody Energy has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Peabody Energy's EV-to-OCF compare to ARLP and CNR?
According to the Other Energy Sources industry distribution chart, Peabody Energy ranks #154 out of 190 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Peabody Energy in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 1.37. Peabody Energy's value of 14.79 is 983.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.37 vs. the industry median of 1.37, Peabody Energy 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-OCF for an Other Energy Sources company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Other Energy Sources companies is 1.37, based on 190 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Peabody Energy's current EV-to-OCF of 14.79 is 983.5% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Other Energy Sources industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 1.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Peabody Energy's current EV-to-OCF is 14.79, which is 339% above median its own 10-year median of 3.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Peabody Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Peabody Energy (STU:PBE) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €21.86, compared to a current price of €23.14 — trading 5.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 14.79, which is 339% above median its 10-year median of 3.37 and 983.5% above the Other Energy Sources industry median of 1.37. Peabody Energy's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Peabody Energy (STU:PBE), the current EV-to-OCF is 14.79 as of Sep. 16, 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 Peabody Energy (STU:PBE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Peabody Energy stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €23.14 is trading 5.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €21.86. GuruFocus considers Peabody Energy to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for STU:PBE:

  • EV-to-OCF: 14.79 (339% above median its 10-year median of 3.37)
  • GF Value™: €21.86 vs. price of €23.14 (5.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 983.5% above the Other Energy Sources median (#154 of 190)

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


Peabody Energy Business Description

Other Exchanges BTU:USABTU:Chile
Address 701 Market Street, Peabody Plaza, St. Louis, MO, USA, 63101-1826
Peabody Energy Corp is a producer of metallurgical and thermal coal. It also markets and brokers coal, both as principal and agent, and trades coal and freight-related contracts. The company operates in the following segment: Seaborne Thermal, Seaborne Metallurgical, Powder River Basin, Other U.S. Thermal and Corporate and Other. The Seaborne Thermal segment generates the majority of the revenue for the company. A substantial part of its overall revenue is generated from its customers in the United States, and rest from Japan, China, Australia, Taiwan, and other regions.
72GF Score

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