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Arch Resources(ARCH) - 2024 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-11-05 19:51
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The third quarter marked a significant transition for the company, with expectations for long-term value creation and growth driven by a merger with CONSOL Energy and operational transitions in metallurgical longwall mines [6][7] - The company declared a fixed dividend of $0.25 per share, totaling $4.6 million, payable on November 26 [8] - Production volumes were depressed due to throttled back operations in the metallurgical segment, leading to slightly higher normal operating costs [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The thermal segment saw a significant turnaround during Q3, benefiting from improved performance in the Powder River Basin operations due to cost-cutting measures and better alignment between stripping activities and sales volumes [12] - The West Elk mine operated well, although results were dampened by lower realizations related to legacy contracts, most of which will expire at the end of the year [12][13] - The metallurgical segment is expected to see a significant step-up in performance in the coming year, particularly with the roll-off of low-priced contracts and the transition to thicker, lower-cost reserves [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Global coking coal markets are believed to be closer to balance than current pricing suggests, with supply constraints and increased Chinese seaborne imports of coking coal [15][16] - The high-rank seaborne thermal market appears tight, benefiting from years of investment in new and replacement supply [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The merger with CONSOL Energy is expected to create a global industry leader, enhancing operational platforms and expanding logistics and export capabilities [21][24] - The company aims to unlock significant synergies from the merger, with projected annual cost savings of $110 million to $140 million [22][23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the operational transitions and the potential for improved performance in Q4, despite challenges faced in Q3 [43][44] - The company anticipates a positive step change in execution from operations after the completion of the longwall moves [11][44] - Management noted that the supply side in Appalachia is under pressure, which could lead to a reduction in production from smaller mines [61][63] Other Important Information - The merger is expected to close in Q1 2025, with stockholder votes pending [20] - The company is focused on capturing synergies in logistics, marketing, and procurement post-merger [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on contracts for 2025 and pricing expectations - Management indicated that they have committed about 0.5 million tons at a price just under $150, with expectations that North American business could decrease significantly [27][28] - For West Elk, legacy contracts rolling off are expected to be replaced with prices as much as $30 higher [31] Question: Thoughts on High-Vol A markets and pricing - Management acknowledged that the High-Vol A market is somewhat soft but not far from balance, with significant appetite for their products in Asia [34][36] Question: Expectations for Q4 performance - Management expects Q4 performance to be similar to Q3, with potential for improvement as operations ramp up [44][45] Question: Role of thermal assets in the merger - West Elk is seen as a key player in the high-quality seaborne thermal business, while the future of the Powder River Basin operations remains uncertain [46][47] Question: Supply side stress in Appalachia - Management noted that labor pressures have diminished and supply availability is improving, indicating a potential supply pullback in the market [60][62]
Arch Resources Q3 Earnings Lag Estimates, Revenues Beat
ZACKS· 2024-11-05 15:25
Arch Resources, Inc. (ARCH) reported third-quarter 2024 earnings per share (EPS) of 41 cents, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.38 by 70.3%. The bottom line declined from the year-ago level of $3.91.Stay up-to-date with all quarterly releases: See Zacks Earnings Calendar.Revenues of ARCHTotal revenues were $617.9 million, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $536 million by 15.3%. However, the top line decreased 17% from $744.6 million in the year-ago quarter.ARCH’s Segmental DetailsIn t ...
Arch Resources (ARCH) Q3 Earnings Miss Estimates
ZACKS· 2024-11-05 14:11
Arch Resources (ARCH) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.41 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.38 per share. This compares to earnings of $3.91 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -70.29%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this coal producer would post earnings of $1.31 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.81, delivering a surprise of -38.17%.Over the last four quarters, the c ...
Arch Resources(ARCH) - 2024 Q3 - Quarterly Results
2024-11-05 12:00
Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Investor Relations 314/994-2916 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Achieves milestone in pending merger with CONSOL Energy with the October expiration of HSR waiting period Receives all necessary international approvals to complete the merger Manages through extended outage of CBT shiploader to ship 2.1 million tons of coking coal Declares fixed quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share payable on November 26 ST. LOUIS, November 5, 2024 – Arch Resources, Inc. (NYSE: ARCH) ("Arch" or the "compa ...
Arch Resources Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results
Prnewswire· 2024-11-05 11:55
Achieves milestone in pending merger with CONSOL Energy with the October expiration of HSR waiting periodReceives all necessary international approvals to complete the mergerManages through extended outage of CBT shiploader to ship 2.1 million tons of coking coalDeclares fixed quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share payable on November 26 ST. LOUIS, Nov. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arch Resources, Inc. (NYSE: ARCH) ("Arch" or the "company") today reported a net loss of $6.2 million, or $0.34 per diluted shar ...
Arch Resources to Announce Third Quarter 2024 Results on November 5
Prnewswire· 2024-10-23 11:00
ST. LOUIS, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arch Resources, Inc. (NYSE: ARCH) will discuss its third quarter 2024 financial results in an investor conference call on Thursday, November 5, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern time.Interested participants may access the conference call by dialing 866-360-3591 approximately five to 10 minutes prior to the start time. For participants calling from an overseas location, please dial +1 412-542-4108. No passcode is needed. The call will also be webcast and will be accessible v ...
Top 5 Businesses We Own: Q3 2024 Update
Seeking Alpha· 2024-10-15 12:20
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Arch Resources and CONSOL Energy Announce Expiration of Hart-Scott-Rodino Act Waiting Period in Respect of Pending Merger
Prnewswire· 2024-10-14 10:45
ST. LOUIS and CANONSBURG, Pa., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arch Resources, Inc. ("Arch") (NYSE: ARCH) and CONSOL Energy Inc. ("CONSOL") (NYSE: CEIX) today announced that the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended (the "HSR Act"), in relation to the pending combination of CONSOL and Arch expired at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 11, 2024. The expiration of the waiting period under the HSR Act is one of the conditions to the closing of the pending combi ...
New Strong Sell Stocks for September 23rd
ZACKS· 2024-09-23 10:46
Here are three stocks added to the Zacks Rank #23 (Strong Sell) List today:Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. (ASO) is a retailer of sporting goods and outdoor recreational products. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has been 4.8% downward over the last 60 days.Arch Resources, Inc. (ARCH) is a producer and seller of metallurgical products. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has been revised 19.5% downward over the last 60 days.Capital Southwest Corporation (CS ...
Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Arch Resources (ARCH) Stock?
ZACKS· 2024-09-16 14:06
Investors in Arch Resources, Inc. (ARCH) need to pay close attention to the stock based on moves in the options market lately. That is because the Jan 17, 2025 $80 Call had some of the highest implied volatility of all equity options today.What is Implied Volatility?Implied volatility shows how much movement the market is expecting in the future. Options with high levels of implied volatility suggest that investors in the underlying stocks are expecting a big move in one direction or the other. It could als ...