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Ramaco Resources 8.375% Senior Notes: High Yield From A Stable Issuer
Seeking Alpha· 2025-05-19 17:38
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Ramaco Resources(METC) - 2025 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2025-05-12 20:05
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 001-38003 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 or TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to RAMACO RESOURCES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 38-4018838 (State or ...
Ramaco Resources(METC) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 16:00
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]
Ramaco Resources (METC) Reports Q1 Loss, Tops Revenue Estimates
ZACKS· 2025-05-12 14:10
Ramaco Resources (METC) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.19 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.29. This compares to break-even earnings per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 34.48%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post a loss of $0.11 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.06, delivering a surprise of 154.55%.Over the last four quarters, the company ha ...
Ramaco Resources(METC) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-05-12 12:06
INVESTOR PRESENTATION F i r s t Q u a r t e r 2 0 2 5 R e s u l t s 1 DISCLAIMER Forward Looking Statements: The information in this presentation includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act") and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"). All statements, other than statements of historical fact included in this presentation, regarding our strategy, future operations, financial ...
Ramaco Resources(METC) - 2025 Q1 - Quarterly Results
2025-05-12 12:00
Exhibit 99.1 RAMACO RESOURCES REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2025 RESULTS LEXINGTON, KY., May 12, 2025 -- Ramaco Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: METC, METCB, "Ramaco" or the "Company"), is a leading operator and developer of high-quality, low-cost metallurgical coal in Central Appalachia and future developer of rare earth and critical minerals in Wyoming. Today it reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025. FIRST QUARTER 2025 HIGHLIGHTS MARKET COMMENTARY / 2025 OUTLOOK Sales and Marketing: Guidanc ...
2 Coal Stocks to Watch Amid the Ongoing Weakness in the Industry
ZACKS· 2025-04-24 19:00
Industry Overview - The Zacks Coal industry is facing challenges due to a decline in coal usage in thermal power plants in the U.S., with demand expected to decrease further by 2025 due to the retirement of coal units and a shift towards renewable energy sources [1][2] - Current U.S. recoverable coal reserves are estimated at 252 billion short tons, with 58% being underground mineable coal, but the industry's prospects are hindered by increasing renewable energy adoption and natural gas competitiveness [2][4] Production and Export Trends - U.S. coal production is projected to be 490 million short tons in 2025, an increase from previous estimates, but is expected to decline by 4.5% year-over-year in 2025 and 4.7% in 2026 [5] - Coal exports are anticipated to drop to 93 million short tons in 2025, a 4.1% decrease from earlier projections, with thermal coal exports expected to fall from 49 million short tons in 2025 to 47 million short tons in 2026 due to tariffs imposed by China [3][10] Emission Policies and Market Position - The U.S. aims for 100% carbon pollution-free electricity by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050, which is contributing to reduced coal usage in electricity generation [4] - The Zacks Coal industry currently ranks 239 out of 246 Zacks industries, placing it in the bottom 3%, reflecting a negative earnings outlook and a 47.2% decline in earnings estimates for 2025 since December 2024 [6][8] Stock Performance and Valuation - Over the past year, the coal industry has lost 9%, outperforming the Zacks Oil and Gas sector's decline of 14.5%, but lagging behind the Zacks S&P 500 composite, which gained 6.9% [10] - The industry is trading at a trailing 12-month EV/EBITDA ratio of 4.7X, significantly lower than the Zacks S&P 500 composite's 15.86X, indicating a challenging valuation environment [13] Notable Companies - SunCoke Energy focuses on metallurgical coal production, essential for steel manufacturing, and has an annual coke-making capacity of 5.9 million tons, with a current dividend yield of 5.14% [17][18] - Ramaco Resources is positioned to benefit from improving metallurgical coal demand, with 3.5 million tons contracted for 2025 at a fixed price of $145 per ton, and plans to invest $60 to $70 million in capital expenditures for growth initiatives [22][23]
Ramaco Chairman and CEO Scheduled to Appear on Fox Business Channel on April 10
Prnewswire· 2025-04-10 12:00
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) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Report
2025-03-17 21:23
Financial Performance - The company reported revenue of $666.3 million for 2024, a decrease of approximately 4% compared to $693.5 million in 2023, despite an increase in coal sales volume from 3.5 million tons to 4.0 million tons [497]. - Net income for 2024 was $11.2 million, significantly lower than $82.3 million in 2023, influenced by decreased metallurgical coal price indices and prior year insurance proceeds [494]. - Adjusted EBITDA for 2024 was $105.8 million, down from $182.1 million in 2023, reflecting the impact of lower coal prices despite increased sales volume [494]. - Total revenue for 2024 was $666.3 million, a decrease of 3.9% from $693.5 million in 2023 [615]. - Operating income decreased significantly to $16.6 million in 2024 from $95.2 million in 2023, reflecting a decline of 82.5% [615]. - Net income for 2024 decreased to $11,192,000 from $82,313,000 in 2023, representing a decline of approximately 86.4% [622]. - Cash flows provided by operating activities decreased by $48.4 million to $112.7 million in 2024 compared to $161.0 million in 2023 [522]. Sales and Production - The average revenue per ton sold decreased by 17% from $201 in 2023 to $167 in 2024, primarily due to volatility in index-based pricing for export sales [498]. - The company produced 3.7 million tons of coal in 2024, an increase from 3.2 million tons in 2023, with expectations for 2025 production volumes between 4.2 and 4.6 million tons [489]. - The company entered into forward sales contracts for approximately 1.5 million tons at an average fixed price of $152 per ton for North American customers [517]. - During 2024, sales to two customers accounted for 22% of total revenue, a decrease from 41% in 2023, indicating improved customer diversification [661]. Capital Expenditures and Investments - Total capital expenditures for 2024 were $68.8 million, down from $82.9 million in 2023, reflecting progress on strategic growth projects [488]. - Capital expenditures for 2024 were $55,236,000, compared to $82,904,000 in 2023, indicating a reduction of about 33.6% [622]. - The Company anticipates capital expenditures of approximately $60-70 million in 2025, including about $20 million for growth capital at the Elk Creek Complex and Berwind mine [551]. - The company continues to explore rare earth elements and critical minerals in Wyoming, with a $6.1 million matching grant received for developing a pilot processing facility expected to begin construction in mid to late 2025 [491]. Costs and Expenses - Cost of sales increased by approximately 8% to $533.3 million in 2024, with cost per ton sold decreasing from $143 in 2023 to $134 in 2024 [500]. - Non-GAAP cash cost per ton sold (FOB mine) improved to $105 in 2024 from $110 in 2023, a decrease of $5 [516]. - Cash paid for interest decreased to $4,756,000 in 2024 from $8,113,000 in 2023, a decline of about 41.5% [622]. - Total depreciation, depletion, and amortization for 2024 was $65.615 million, up from $54.252 million in 2023, reflecting a year-over-year increase of approximately 20.5% [674]. Debt and Financing - Interest expense decreased to approximately $6.1 million in 2024 from $8.9 million in 2023, primarily due to debt repayment from previous acquisitions [507]. - The company completed a debt offering of $57.5 million in Senior Unsecured Notes due 2029, with an interest rate of 8.375% per annum [535]. - The Company had total liabilities for finance leases amounting to $13.7 million, with $6.2 million due in 2025 and $7.5 million due thereafter [540]. - The Company entered into an amended Revolving Credit Facility with a maturity date of May 3, 2029, providing an initial commitment of $200 million and an accordion feature for an additional $75 million [540]. Assets and Liabilities - Total current assets decreased to $167.6 million in 2024 from $189.7 million in 2023, a reduction of 11.6% [613]. - Total liabilities increased to $311.9 million in 2024, up from $296.2 million in 2023, marking a rise of 5.3% [613]. - The total stockholders' equity decreased to $362.8 million in 2024 from $369.6 million in 2023, a decline of 1.9% [613]. - The total liability for asset retirement obligations was $31.1 million at December 31, 2024, reflecting estimates of future reclamation costs [555]. Compliance and Internal Controls - The Company has identified a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting due to insufficient accounting resources [600]. - The Company’s internal control over financial reporting was not effective as of December 31, 2024, based on the criteria established by COSO [598]. - The Company is in compliance with all debt covenants under the Revolving Credit Facility, including maintaining a fixed charge coverage ratio of not less than 1.10:1.00 [544]. Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to focus on new product development and market expansion strategies in the upcoming fiscal year [615]. - The acquisition of Ramaco Coal is expected to reduce royalty expenses and support the company's expansion into advanced carbon products and materials from coal [536]. - The company has ongoing initiatives for the potential recovery of rare earth elements from coal and carbonaceous ore [624]. - The company is involved in collaborative arrangements with government researchers related to Wyoming initiatives [624].
Ramaco Rare Earth Project Awarded $6.1 Million Matching Grant From Wyoming Energy Authority
Prnewswire· 2025-03-17 12:00
LEXINGTON, Ky., March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ramaco Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: METC, METCB) ("Ramaco Resources" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has received a $6.1 million matching grant authorized by Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon and issued by the Wyoming Energy Authority for Ramaco's Wyoming CORE (Carbon Ore Rare Earth) Brook Mine project. The funding will match Ramaco's significant future investment in constructing and equipping a rare earth and critical minerals pilot processing facility ...