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Peabody Energy Corporation

S&P 500

BTU/Energy · Thermal Coal/NYSE

Dividend Yield

1.24%

$0.30 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$23.69P/E24.8MCap2.9BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

48/ 100Caution

BTU's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 27.5% earnings payout ratio & 19.1% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.1x interest coverage & -2.9% return on equity.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 27.5%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 19.1%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 9.1%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Interest Coverage: 0.1xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
  • Return on Equity: -2.9%Return on equity is below industry norms.
  • Operating Margin: -4.7%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.

Payout & Coverage

Safe
27.5%Very Safe
19.1%Very Safe
9.1%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
12.1Very Safe

Profitability

Warning
-2.9%Danger
-4.7%Danger
11.2%Warning

Dividend Track Record

Warning

About Peabody Energy Corporation

Peabody Energy Corporation is a U.S.-based coal producer focused on supplying both metallurgical and thermal coal to global customers. The company operates through distinct business segments, including Seaborne Thermal and Seaborne Metallurgical, which encompass mining operations in Australia, as well as Powder River Basin and other U.S. thermal coal operations serving domestic utilities and industrial users. Peabody Energy also engages in coal marketing, brokerage, and coal and freight trading activities, facilitating supply for power generation and steelmaking markets worldwide. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, it plays a significant role in the international seaborne coal trade, linking mining assets in resource-rich regions with demand centers in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company’s portfolio positions it as a key participant in energy and steel production supply chains, providing fuel for electricity generation and raw materials for industrial processes across a range of end markets.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.24%

Annual Dividend

$0.30

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

27.52%

FCF Payout Ratio

19.15%

52-Week Range

$12.58 - $41.14

Dividend History (2016–2025)

BTU annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

BTU earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 19, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 8, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

5-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

N/A

5-Year Total Growth

N/A

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$2,369.00

Annual Income

$30.00

Quarterly Income

$7.50

Monthly Income

$2.50

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BTU's current dividend yield?
Peabody Energy Corporation (BTU) currently has a dividend yield of 1.24%, based on a stock price of $23.69 and an annual dividend of $0.30.
When is BTU's next dividend payment date?
BTU's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-19 and the next payment date is 2026-06-08. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does BTU pay in dividends per year?
Peabody Energy Corporation paid $0.30 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has BTU been increasing its dividend?
Peabody Energy Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of —.
Is BTU's dividend safe?
Peabody Energy Corporation has a payout ratio of 27.52%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 19.15%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is BTU's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Peabody Energy Corporation's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for energy companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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