Is BTU stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, BTU is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: BTU shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of BTU stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for BTU to be between $24.27 and $27.47. The current price is $23.89.

What is the analyst price target for BTU?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for BTU is $30.75. This implies a potential upside of 28.7% from current levels.

Peabody Energy (BTU) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

BTU - Peabody Energy Corporation

BITUMINOUS COAL & LIGNITE SURFACE MINING

$23.89

-0.13 (-0.54%) ▼

5d: -4.93%

30d: -12.3%

90d: +4.14%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Oct 29, 2026 10d

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Signal fired Oct 15, 2026 at $23.38 · last confirmed Oct 16, 2026

Strength: 8.0/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: BTU shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 10.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$37.98

Based on 7.0% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$23.58

Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 9.5x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: BTU is currently trading at $23.89, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $24.27 to $27.47. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.4) compared to its historical average (9.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.1% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, BTU is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $23.20. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 49/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $30.75 (+28.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD

Historical Trading Range $24.27 - $27.47

Company Quality Score 59/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 79.5%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (49/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading 28.7% below Wall St target ($30.75)
NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (49/100) — watch for confirmation

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $24.27 - $27.47

Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $23.20

Resistance Level $25.85

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Oct 16, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 8.37

Wall Street Target $30.75 (+28.7%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 12.7%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -62.6%

Profit Margin -4.6%

Valuation Discount vs History -4.1% cheaper

PE vs Historical 8.4 vs 9.5 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -4.1% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $22.91 (-4%)

2-Year Target $21.97 (-8%)

3-Year Target $21.07 (-12%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 8→10) $23.91 (+0%)

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.4 to 9.5

Stabilization Target: $27.11 (+13.5%)

PE Expansion Potential: +13.5%

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