Peabody Energy Soars 2.06% Ahead of Earnings

Peabody Energy's stock price rose to its highest level since February 2025 today, with an intraday gain of 2.06%.

The strategy of buying BTU shares after they reach a recent high and selling them one week later resulted in a significant underperformance compared to the market. Over the past five years, the strategy delivered a return of -38.07%, while the benchmark return was 58.03%. The strategy had a maximum drawdown of 0.00%, indicating that it did not experience any losses during the holding period, but it also failed to capture any gains, resulting in a CAGR of -17.34% and an excess return of -96.10%.

Peabody Energy's stock price has been influenced by the upcoming announcement of its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, scheduled for July 31, 2025. The anticipation of the earnings results, which are expected to show improved margins due to cost discipline, has likely contributed to the stock's recent performance. The positive market sentiment ahead of the earnings announcement is evident in the stock's recent movements.

Additionally, the ongoing union dispute at the Helensburgh mine could impact the company's operations and investor perception. However, it is not explicitly linked to the recent stock price changes. Investors are closely watching the developments at the mine, as any resolution or escalation could have significant implications for the company's future performance and stock price.