Peabody Board Declares Dividend on Common Stock

(NYSE:BTU) Peabody announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend on its common stock of $0.075 per share. The dividend is payable on December 9, 2026. Stockholders of record on November 19, 2026, will be eligible to receive the dividend. Peabody describes itself as a leading coal producer, supplying products essential for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. The company states that its commitment to sustainability underpins its operations and strategy. The press release includes a statement that the declaration and payment of future quarterly dividends remains at the discretion of the Board of Directors. The Board will consider the company's financial results, cash flow and cash requirements, future prospects, and other relevant factors when determining future dividends. The company notes that forward-looking statements in the release reflect management's current expectations but are not guarantees of future performance or events. Peabody highlights that such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. The company refers readers to its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, and other SEC filings for a discussion of risk factors. Peabody provides a website, www.peabodyenergy.com, for access to these filings. The company disclaims any obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements except as required by law. The announcement reiterates that the Board's discretion and various financial and market factors will influence future dividend decisions.

Lawsuit ALERT: Investors in Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE: BTU) shares should contact the Shareholders Foundation

(NYSE:BTU) A lawsuit is currently pending for certain investors in shares of Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE: BTU). On June 25, 2026, an investor in NYSE: BTU shares filed a lawsuit against Peabody Energy Corporation over alleged securities laws violations. The plaintiff alleged that the defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that the defendants created the false impression that they possessed reliable information pertaining to Peabody Energy's Centurion mine ramp-up and anticipated growth, and that there was a multitude of issues causing delays to the Centurion mine ramp-up and the return to full longwall production dates.

Peabody Reports Results for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2026

(NYSE: BTU) Peabody reported net income attributable to common stockholders of $(90.6) million, or $(0.74) per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2026, compared to $(27.6) million, or $(0.23) per diluted share, in the prior-year quarter. Adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter of 2026 was $24.0 million, down from $93.3 million in the prior-year quarter. The company completed significant longwall commissioning activities at Centurion and is targeting 1.5 to 2.0 million tons of sales in the second half of 2026. Peabody issued $250 million of 0.5% 2031 convertible notes, repurchased $241.2 million of 3.25% 2028 convertible notes for cash consideration of $386.8 million, and reduced reclamation cash collateral requirements by approximately $350 million. At June 30, 2026, the company had $526.3 million cash and total liquidity of $959.1 million. The company projects improved results in the second half of the year as Centurion Mine achieves targeted production rates and is targeting strong cash generation for the second half of 2026.

BTU Alert: Hagens Berman Investigates Alleged Securities Law Violations at Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE: BTU) Following Pending Class Action Litigation

(NYSE:BTU) Peabody Energy Corporation is under investigation by Hagens Berman regarding alleged violations of federal securities laws related to its Centurion mine in Queensland, Australia. The class action lawsuit alleges that Peabody misled investors about the operational status and production capabilities of the Centurion mine. On March 30, 2026, Peabody filed a current report with the SEC, reducing its first-quarter Centurion production guidance from approximately 700,000 tons to roughly 250,000 tons, which caused Peabody shares to drop almost 10%. On May 5, 2026, the company further lowered its full-year sales outlook for Centurion to 2.5 million tons, a 28% reduction, resulting in a nearly 6% decline in share price. The class period for affected investors is from Oct. 14, 2024 to May 4, 2026, with a lead plaintiff deadline of Aug. 24, 2026. Hagens Berman has secured more than $2.9 billion in this area of law. Whistleblowers may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC.

Robbins LLP Urges BTU Stockholders Who Lost Money Investing in Peabody Energy Corporation to Contact the Firm for Information About Leading the Class Action

(NYSE: BTU) Peabody Energy Corporation is the subject of a class action filed on behalf of all investors who purchased or otherwise acquired its common stock between October 14, 2024 to May 4, 2026. The Company owns interests in 16 active coal mining operations in the United States and Australia. During the class period, defendants provided investors with material information concerning Peabody Energy's expected longwall production rates at its Centurion mine for fiscal year 2026. On March 30, 2026, Peabody Energy filed a "Regulation FD Disclosure" with the SEC lowering guidance relating to the Centurion mine's output for first quarter 2026, resulting in the stock price falling from $39.50 per share on March 27, 2026 to $35.68 per share on March 30, 2026, a decline of about 9.7%. On May 5, 2026, Peabody Energy issued a press release disclosing the Company's failure to ramp-up Centurion by the March 2026 deadline and cutting guidance related to full year met segment volumes, causing the stock price to decline from $26.52 per share on May 4, 2026, to $25.00 per share on May 5, 2026, a decline of 5.7%. Shareholders who wish to serve as lead plaintiff for the class must submit their papers with the court by August 24, 2026. All representation is on a contingency fee basis and shareholders pay no fees or expenses.

Peabody Awarded Grant from U.S. Department of Energy to Advance Domestic Rare Earth and Critical Mineral Supply Chain

(NYSE:BTU) Peabody announced that the U.S. Department of Energy has selected the company for funding to advance the production of rare earth elements and critical minerals. The selection supports Peabody's ongoing efforts to evaluate and advance the recovery of rare earth elements and critical minerals from its extensive resource base in Wyoming's Powder River Basin. Earlier this year, Peabody was awarded a grant by the Wyoming Energy Authority. Peabody moves more earth annually across its Powder River Basin operations than any other coal miner. The company is focused on supporting the development of a secure domestic supply chain for materials important to U.S. energy, technology, and national security objectives. Peabody is described as a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. The company's commitment to sustainability underpins its strategy for the future.

Peabody Names Bryan Quinn President of Global Operations

(NYSE: BTU) Peabody announced that Bryan Quinn has been named President of Global Operations effective August 1, 2026. Bryan Quinn will report to the Chief Operating Officer and will be based in Brisbane, serving as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. Bryan Quinn is described as a senior mining executive with more than 30 years' experience developing and managing large-scale open cut and underground coal and manganese mines in Australia, the Americas, and Africa. He joins Peabody from his most recent position as CEO of Aurelia Metals in Australia and previously spent 25 years at BHP in various roles including mergers and acquisitions strategy, joint venture management, and mine management. Bryan Quinn holds an Honours Degree in Engineering (Mining) from the University of New South Wales. Peabody is described as a leading coal producer providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. The company states that its commitment to sustainability underpins everything it does and shapes its strategy for the future.

Peabody Announces New Surety Arrangements in the U.S. and Australia

(NYSE:BTU) Peabody announced the termination of the 2020 Transaction Support Agreement (as amended) with its surety providers and the entry into standard indemnification agreements to support its U.S. reclamation obligations. The company has established asset-backed surety facilities to support its Australian reclamation obligations, replacing cash-backed bank guarantees and cash deposited directly with regulatory authorities. These transactions are expected to reduce total reclamation collateral requirements and eliminate a minimum liquidity covenant, while maintaining an industry leading and well-collateralized global bonding program. The company recently completed the refinancing of its 2028 convertible notes. Peabody describes itself as a leading global coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. The company projects that the additional liquidity afforded by the new surety arrangements allows it to continue its multi-pronged strategy of balance sheet strength, disciplined capital allocation, and shareholder returns. Forward-looking statements in the release include expectations regarding the notes being offered, the capped call transactions, the completion of the proposed offering, and the intended use of the proceeds.

Peabody Prices $225 Million Convertible Senior Notes Offering

Peabody (NYSE: BTU) announced the pricing of its $225,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2031 in a private offering to qualified institutional buyers. The issuance and sale of the notes is scheduled to settle on June 2, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, with an option for initial purchasers to buy up to an additional $25,000,000 principal amount of notes. The notes will accrue interest at 0.50% per annum, payable semi-annually, and mature on June 1, 2031, unless earlier repurchased, redeemed, or converted. The initial conversion rate is 26.0970 shares per $1,000 principal, representing a conversion price of approximately $38.32 per share, a 32.5% premium over the May 28, 2026, VWAP of $28.9197. Peabody estimates net proceeds of approximately $218.9 million (or $243.3 million if the option is fully exercised), with $15.0 million allocated to capped call transactions and the remainder, along with available cash, to repurchase $241.2 million of its outstanding 3.250% Convertible Senior Notes due 2028 for $388.8 million. The capped call transactions have a cap price of $50.6095 per share, a 75.0% premium over the VWAP, and are designed to reduce potential dilution. The offering is only to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and is not registered under the Securities Act.

Peabody Announces Proposed Convertible Senior Notes Offering

Peabody (NYSE: BTU) announced its intention to offer $225,000,000 aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due 2031 in a private offering to qualified institutional buyers. The company also expects to grant initial purchasers an option to buy up to an additional $25,000,000 principal amount of notes. The notes will be senior, unsecured obligations, accrue interest payable semi-annually, and mature on June 1, 2031, unless earlier repurchased, redeemed, or converted. Peabody intends to use the net proceeds to fund capped call transactions and to repurchase a portion of its outstanding 3.250% Convertible Senior Notes due 2028, with any remainder for general corporate purposes. The offering is subject to market and other conditions, and the interest rate, initial conversion rate, and other terms will be determined at pricing. The notes may be redeemed or repurchased under certain conditions, and capped call transactions are expected to reduce potential dilution. The offering is not registered under the Securities Act and is only available to qualified institutional buyers.

Peabody Reports Results for the Quarter Ended March 31, 2026

Peabody (NYSE: BTU) reported a net loss attributable to common stockholders of $(32.4) million, or $(0.27) per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2026, compared to net income of $34.4 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, in the prior-year quarter. Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $82.5 million, down from $144.0 million a year earlier. The company highlighted strong demand and higher realized pricing in its thermal coal segments, with seaborne thermal operations exceeding volume expectations. Centurion Mine commissioning faced temporary equipment and roof control challenges but is progressing toward full longwall production. Peabody declared a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share, payable June 8, 2026.

Peabody (NYSE: BTU) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend on its common stock of $0.075 per share. The dividend is payable on June 8, 2026 to stockholders of record on May 19, 2026. Peabody describes itself as a leading coal producer providing essential products for energy and steel production. The company emphasizes its commitment to sustainability and notes that the declaration and payment of future dividends remains at the discretion of the Board. This announcement is significant for investors as it provides details on the upcoming dividend and the company's ongoing financial policies.