CNR (Core Natural Resources) EV-to-FCF: 17.23 (As of Jul. 11, 2026) — 118% Above Median


CNR Core Natural Resources Inc CNR
78 GF Score
Price $81.87
GF Value $95.76
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Core Natural Resources EV-to-FCF?

Core Natural Resources CNR +1.09% 78 EV-to-FCF is 17.23 as of Jul. 11, 2026, which is 118% above its 10-year median of 7.91. GuruFocus rates CNR with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $95.76 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 67 Other Energy Sources companies, Core Natural Resources ranks worse than 68.66% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Core Natural Resources's Enterprise Value is $4,169 Mil. Core Natural Resources's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $242 Mil. Therefore, Core Natural Resources's EV-to-FCF for today is 17.23.

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

CNR' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -128.4   Med: 7.91   Max: 274.61
Current: 17.23

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Core Natural Resources was 274.61. The lowest was -128.40. And the median was 7.91.

CNR's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
68.66% of 67 companies
in the Other Energy Sources industry
Industry Median: 11.05 vs CNR: 17.23

EV-to-FCF 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 (2026-07-11), Core Natural Resources's stock price is $81.87. Core Natural Resources's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-1.220. Therefore, Core Natural Resources's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Core Natural Resources  (NYSE:CNR) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=81.87/-1.220
=At Loss

Core Natural Resources's share price for today is $81.87.
Core Natural Resources's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-1.220.

* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Core Natural Resources EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Core Natural Resources EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Core Natural Resources's EV-to-FCF 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.

Core Natural Resources EV-to-FCF Chart

Core Natural Resources Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Core Natural Resources Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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CNR vs ARLP, BTU, NRP: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Thermal Coal subindustry, Core Natural Resources's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.


Core Natural Resources EV-to-FCF vs Other Energy Sources Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Core Natural Resources's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Core Natural Resources EV-to-FCF Calculation

Core Natural Resources's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4169.212/241.934
=17.23

Core Natural Resources's current Enterprise Value is $4,169 Mil.
Core Natural Resources's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $242 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-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 17.23 mean?
Core Natural Resources (CNR) has a EV-to-FCF of 17.23 as of Jul. 11, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Core Natural Resources and its competitors. This is 118% above median its historical median of 7.91. According to the industry distribution chart, Core Natural Resources ranks #46 out of 67 companies in the Other Energy Sources industry, placing it in the top 68.7%.
Is Core Natural Resources' EV-to-FCF too high?
Core Natural Resources' current EV-to-FCF of 17.23 is 118% above median its 10-year median of 7.91. The Other Energy Sources industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.05. Core Natural Resources' value of 17.23 is 55.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Core Natural Resources ranks #46 out of 67 companies in the Other Energy Sources industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Core Natural Resources has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Core Natural Resources' EV-to-FCF compare to ARLP and BTU?
According to the Other Energy Sources industry distribution chart, Core Natural Resources ranks #46 out of 67 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Core Natural Resources in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.05. Core Natural Resources' value of 17.23 is 55.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.91 vs. the industry median of 11.05, Core Natural Resources 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-FCF for an Other Energy Sources company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Other Energy Sources companies is 11.05, based on 67 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Core Natural Resources's current EV-to-FCF of 17.23 is 55.9% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Core Natural Resources and its competitors. For the Other Energy Sources industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.05 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Core Natural Resources's current EV-to-FCF is 17.23, which is 118% above median its own 10-year median of 7.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Core Natural Resources stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Core Natural Resources (CNR) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $95.76, compared to a current price of $81.87 — trading 14.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 17.23, which is 118% above median its 10-year median of 7.91 and 55.9% above the Other Energy Sources industry median of 11.05. Core Natural Resources' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Core Natural Resources (CNR), the current EV-to-FCF is 17.23 as of Jul. 11, 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 Core Natural Resources (CNR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Core Natural Resources stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $81.87 is trading 14.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $95.76. GuruFocus considers Core Natural Resources to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CNR:

  • EV-to-FCF: 17.23 (118% above median its 10-year median of 7.91)
  • GF Value™: $95.76 vs. price of $81.87 (14.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 55.9% above the Other Energy Sources median (#46 of 67)

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


Core Natural Resources Business Description

Other Exchanges C9X0:Germany
Address 275 Technology Drive, Suite 101, Canonsburg, PA, USA, 15317-9565
Core Natural Resources Inc is a producer and exporter of metallurgical and thermal coal. The company owns and operates longwall mining operations in the nation and export terminals on the Eastern seaboard. The activities of the company involves mining of thermal coal, power generation, and other related activities.
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