LEXINGTON, Ky., July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ramaco Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: METC, METCB) ("Ramaco" or the "Company") announces that on July 9 it will receive the Preliminary Economic Assessment (the "PEA") of Ramaco's Brook Mine from the Fluor Corporation.  The PEA will be presented to the Ramaco Board of Directors (the "Board") at its Board meeting tomorrow.  Following Fluor's presentation to the Board and the Board's opportunity to review,  Ramaco expects to release a summary of the updated information t ...

LEXINGTON, Ky., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ramaco Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: METC, METCB) ("Ramaco Resources" or the "Company") announces that this morning it has released and posted to its website at www.ramacoresources.com, the following: About Ramaco Resources, Inc. Ramaco Resources, Inc. is an operator and developer of high-quality, low-cost metallurgical coal in southern West Virginia, and southwestern Virginia and a developing producer of coal, rare earth and critical minerals in Wyoming. Its executiv ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, adjusted EBITDA was $10 million, down from $29 million in Q4 2024, with a net loss of $9 million compared to a net income of $4 million in Q4 2024 [31] - Class A EPS showed a loss of $0.19 in Q1 versus a gain of $0.06 in Q4 [31] - Key U.S. metallurgical coal indices fell 3% in Q1 compared to Q4, while the Australian benchmark index dropped approximately 9% during the same period [32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Company-wide production reached a quarterly record of 1 million tons, annualizing to 4 million tons, despite losing about 150,000 tons due to adverse weather conditions [8][41] - Cash cost per ton sold was under $100 for the second consecutive quarter, placing the company in the first quartile of U.S. metallurgical coal producers [8][33] - The company is reducing its 2025 production guidance to between 3.9 million to 4.3 million tons, down from previous expectations of 4.2 million to 4.6 million tons [36] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The metallurgical coal market remains under pressure, driven by weak steel mill profitability and strong Chinese steel exports, which have negatively impacted global steel prices [53][54] - The Australian premium low vol index increased to $190.5 per ton, up from a recent low of $166, driven by supply disruptions and steady restocking demand [51] - Domestic end users are taking shipments at a consistent rate, with commitments of 3.7 million tons at an average fixed price of $152 per ton [50] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on not forcing production into a weak market, maintaining the option to increase production if market conditions improve [10] - Plans to expand production by an additional 2 million tons are in place, contingent on market clarity, with a potential increase in production capacity from the Maven Low Vol Complex and Berwind Complex [11] - The Brookline Rare Earth project is seen as a significant opportunity, with plans to initiate large-scale mining in June and construction of a pilot plant expected to begin later in the summer [23][28] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about potential market recovery, citing recent increases in Australian benchmark prices and anticipated supply cuts from higher-cost producers [12] - The company is well-positioned to withstand near-term market weakness due to strong liquidity and a solid balance sheet [39] - Management remains cautious about the current market conditions but is optimistic about the long-term potential of the critical minerals market [30] Other Important Information - The company has appointed Mike Wolichuk as Executive Vice President to oversee the Critical Minerals project, bringing over 30 years of experience in the field [15] - The Brook Mine is projected to produce approximately 1,400 metric tons of critical mineral oxides per year, with over 95% of expected revenue derived from a basket of seven rare earth elements and critical minerals [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the guidance for sales mix and cost improvements moving into the second half? - Management indicated that Q2 sales guidance implies a pickup in the back half of the year, with costs expected to be at the higher end of the range due to lower tonnage [64][65] Question: Could the Brook Mine be included in the Fast 41 projects for federal benefits? - Management clarified that the Brook Mine was not included as it already has permits, but they are exploring federal assistance for financing and procurement [68][71] Question: Is there a desire to bring in a financing or operating partner for the Brook Mine? - Management stated they are not seeking a joint venture partner and plan to finance the project independently, leveraging existing partnerships for development [76][77] Question: What is the breakdown of CapEx for sustaining versus growth projects? - Management noted a reduction in CapEx guidance, with a focus on maintenance CapEx and deferring some growth projects due to current market conditions [82][83] Question: What are the implications of met coal being declared a potential critical mineral? - Management expressed hope for federal support but noted that immediate benefits are uncertain; they anticipate potential assistance with permitting [88][90]

LEXINGTON, Ky., April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ramaco Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: METC) Chairman and CEO Randall Atkins is scheduled to appear for an interview Thursday, April 10, with Stuart Varney on Fox Business Channel. The interview is currently scheduled to appear at roughly 11:25am ET on the Varney & Co. program. During his appearance, Atkins expects to discuss President Donald Trump's recent executive orders regarding coal and the outstanding support the president has shown to the U.S. coal industry, a ...

Ramaco Resources (METC) Q4 2024 Earnings Call March 11, 2025 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Jeremy Sussman - Executive VP & CFORandall Atkins - Founder, Chairman & CEOChristopher Blanchard - Executive Vice President of Mine Planning and DevelopmentJason Fannin - EVP & CCO Conference Call Participants Nick Giles - Senior Research AnalystChris LaFemina - Equity Research AnalystNathan Martin - Senior Research Analyst Operator note that this event is being recorded. I would now like to turn the conference ove ...