Arch Resources Inc.'s stock surged 7.36% on Tuesday, despite the company reporting lower-than-expected earnings for the third quarter of 2024. The coal producer's shares rebounded after an initial sell-off, as investors appeared to focus on analysts' continued positive outlook for the company.
For the quarter ended September 30, Arch Resources reported adjusted earnings of $0.41 per share, missing the average analyst estimate of $1.83 per share. Revenue also fell short, declining 17% year-over-year to $617.9 million, compared to the expected $587.71 million.
Analysts had been lowering their earnings estimates for Arch Resources in recent months, with the mean estimate falling by nearly 50% in the last three months. However, the company's "buy" rating remained intact, with four analysts recommending a "strong buy" or "buy" and only two rating it a "hold".
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