Key Highlights:
- Peabody Energy (BTU, Financial) experienced a significant 15.3% rise post-market, adding to a 9.2% gain during the session, spurred by Trump's executive orders.
- Wall Street analysts project an average increase of 110.92% in BTU's stock price over the next year.
- GuruFocus estimates the GF Value for BTU at $22.65, suggesting a potential upside of 101.15%.
Peabody Energy (BTU) witnessed an impressive surge of 15.3% in after-hours trading, following a 9.2% rise during the regular session. This remarkable climb was driven by executive orders issued by former President Trump aimed at boosting coal production in the U.S. through the utilization of the Defense Production Act.
Analyst Forecasts and Investment Ratings
According to insights from four Wall Street analysts, Peabody Energy Corp (BTU, Financial) has a one-year average price target of $23.75. Projections range from a high of $27.00 to a low of $18.00, implying a possible upside of 110.92% compared to the current trading price of $11.26. Investors can access a comprehensive overview of these projections on the Peabody Energy Corp (BTU) Forecast page.
Brokerage firms have also shown optimism, providing an average recommendation of 1.8 for Peabody Energy Corp (BTU, Financial), which translates to an "Outperform" status. This rating falls on a scale where 1 signifies a Strong Buy and 5 indicates a Sell.
Long-Term Valuation Insights from GuruFocus
GuruFocus has calculated the estimated GF Value for Peabody Energy Corp (BTU, Financial) at $22.65 for the upcoming year. This estimate suggests a substantial upside of 101.15% from its current price of $11.26. The GF Value reflects GuruFocus' assessment of the stock's fair trading value, determined by examining historical trading multiples, previous business growth, and future performance estimates. For a more detailed analysis, investors can explore the Peabody Energy Corp (BTU) Summary page.
