BTU Peabody Energy Corp

Vontobel Holding Ltd. has acquired a new stake of 69,000 shares in Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE:BTU) during the third quarter, valued at approximately $1.83 million. Other hedge funds also adjusted their positions in Peabody Energy, and institutional investors now own about 87.44% of the stock. Despite missing Q3 EPS estimates, the company announced a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share, and analysts currently have a consensus "Hold" rating with a price target of $27.75.

Texas Permanent School Fund Corp significantly increased its stake in Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE:BTU) by 225.5% in the second quarter of 2025, now holding 245,878 shares valued at $3.3 million. Despite this increased institutional interest, Peabody Energy reported a quarterly EPS miss of ($0.58) and a revenue decline of 7% year-over-year, while analysts maintain a "Hold" rating with an average price target of $27.75. The company also pays a quarterly dividend of $0.075, equating to a 1.0% yield, despite a negative payout ratio.

Gate City Capital Management LLC has made a significant new investment in Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE:BTU), acquiring over 644,000 shares valued at approximately $8.65 million. This positions Peabody Energy as the 7th largest holding in Gate City's portfolio. Despite this new investment, Peabody Energy recently reported a Q2 EPS loss of ($0.58) and mixed analyst ratings with a consensus price target of $27.40.

Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership has acquired a new stake in Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE:BTU), purchasing 673,518 shares valued at approximately $9.04 million in the second quarter. This move makes Arrowstreet Capital a significant institutional holder with 0.55% of Peabody Energy. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in the company, while analyst ratings for Peabody Energy are mixed, with a consensus "Hold" rating and an average price target of $27.00.

Peabody Energy (BTU) has appointed two new board members with extensive energy and mining experience, signaling a potential strategic shift. The company has seen significant share price appreciation year-to-date and over the last 90 days, leading to optimism about its growth prospects. Despite a narrative suggesting BTU is 22% undervalued, analysts urge investors to consider risks like environmental regulations and volatile coal prices.

RPG Investment Advisory LLC acquired a new position of 614,229 shares in Peabody Energy (NYSE:BTU), valued at approximately $8.24 million, representing about 0.51% of the company. Despite mixed analyst ratings, with an average "Hold" and target price of $27.00, other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in Peabody Energy. The company recently missed quarterly EPS expectations and saw a 7% year-over-year revenue decline, though it announced a quarterly dividend.