Core Natural Resources, Inc. (CNR) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2017 to 2025
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CNR Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Core Natural Resources, Inc. (CNR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -29.7x, with a stock price of $88.56 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-2.99.
The current P/E is 327% below its 5-year average of 13.1x. Over the past five years, CNR's P/E has ranged from a low of 1.9x to a high of 51.7x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 16.8x, CNR trades at a 277% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 173 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 3.2x to 186.1x.
Relative to the broader market, CNR trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
CNR P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 13.5 | - | -71% | |
| $5B | 81.3 | - | -77% | |
| $3B | 10.6 | - | -13% | |
| $83B | 28.9 | 5.64 | -14% | |
| $70B | 24.6 | 2.41 | +10% | |
| $2B | 7.9Lowest | 0.23Best | +28% | |
| $889M | 19.7 | - | +117%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
CNR Historical P/E Data (2017–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q2 | Sat Jun 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $67.84 | $2.18 | 31.1x | +150% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sat Mar 29 2025 00:00:00 GM | $77.09 | $4.84 | 15.9x | +28% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $106.68 | $9.61 | 11.1x | -11% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sat Sep 28 2024 00:00:00 GM | $104.33 | $13.62 | 7.7x | -38% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Jun 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $102.03 | $13.51 | 7.6x | -39% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $83.76 | $16.49 | 5.1x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $100.53 | $19.65 | 5.1x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $104.91 | $19.99 | 5.2x | -58% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $67.81 | $21.13 | 3.2x | -74% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $58.27 | $19.73 | 3.0x | -76% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $65.00 | $13.05 | 5.0x | -60% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $64.32 | $10.96 | 5.9x | -53% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 12.4x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CNR stock.
Is CNR stock overvalued or undervalued?
CNR trades at -29.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 13.1x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does CNR's valuation compare to peers?
Core Natural Resources, Inc. P/E of -29.7x compares to sector median of 16.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is CNR's PEG ratio?
CNR PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2017-2025.