HNRG

Hallador Energy Company

Fundamental data last updated:September 21, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Energy

industry

Coal

Exchange

NASDAQ

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

Hallador Energy Company, through its subsidiaries, engages in the production of steam coal in the State of Indiana for the electric power generation industry. The company owns the Oaktown Mine 1 and Oaktown Mine 2 underground mines in Oaktown, Indiana; and Ace in the Hole mine located near Clay City, Indiana. It is also involved in gas exploration activities in Indiana. Hallador Energy Company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana.

 


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VALUATION

P/E

40.77

Market Cap ($M USD)

$932.24M

Forward P/E

6.46

PEG

0.01

PRICE TO SALES

2.06

PRICE TO BOOK

4.48

EV / EBITDA

11.38

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

-0.21%

DCF Value

$-35.74

Graham Number

$6.95

Price to FCF

-467.99

EV to FCF

-449.34

Earnings Yield

2.45%

FCF Yield

-0.21%

DIVIDEND

Yield

0.00%

Annual Payout

$0.00

Payout Ratio

0.00%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$0.49

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$3.06

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$611.08M

Return on Equity (ROE)

14.25%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

8.77%

Debt-to-Equity

0.24

Piotroski F-Score

7

Altman Z-Score

3.34

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

15.33%

Current Ratio

0.80

Quick Ratio

0.29

Net Debt to EBITDA

-0.47

Interest Coverage

2.31

Gross Profit margin

4.27%

FCF PER SHARE

$-0.04

REVENUE PER SHARE

$9.71

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Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

The market seems to have misjudged Hallador Energy’s valuation. Despite a DCF value that suggests a negative outlook, the stock has traded at a price that indicates optimism. The Forward P/E of 6.15 and a PEG ratio of 0.01 suggest significant growth potential, while the Altman Z-score of 3.23 indicates financial stability. However, the Earnings Yield of 2.58% is modest, hinting at limited immediate returns. Overall, the company appears undervalued relative to its growth prospects and financial health.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating in the coal industry, Hallador Energy faces challenges in adapting to AI and tech shifts. The sector's traditional nature limits immediate tech integration. However, any advancements in clean coal technology could offer future resilience.

The Bull Case

For the value-driven investor, Hallador Energy presents a compelling case. With an impressive ROIC of 15.33% and a high Piotroski F-Score of 8, the company demonstrates strong capital efficiency and operational health. Despite a negative FCF Yield, the operating margin of 8.74% and a low Debt/Equity ratio of 0.24 suggest robust pricing power and financial discipline. These metrics indicate a company poised for growth, making it attractive for those seeking undervalued opportunities.

The Bear Case

Yet, the stock isn't without its pitfalls. The Price/Book ratio of 4.26 and Price/Sales of 1.95 indicate a potentially overvalued position relative to its book and sales values. The negative Free Cash Flow and a Price to FCF ratio of -445.04 highlight cash flow challenges. Additionally, trading near its 52-week high suggests technical overextension. These factors raise concerns about sustainability and potential downside risks.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Buy

Average Analyst Price Target

$28.25

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.16

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

24.87%

Distance to 52-Week Low

27.10%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

-25.00%

50-DAY SMA

$16.93

200-DAY SMA

$18.63

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