Peabody declares quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share

ST. LOUIS - Coal producer Peabody (NYSE:BTU) announced Thursday its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share on its common stock, representing an annual dividend of $0.30 per share and a current yield of 1.11%.

The dividend will be payable on December 3, 2025, to stockholders of record as of November 13, 2025, according to a company press release.

Peabody, which provides coal products for energy and steel production, made no changes to the dividend amount compared to previous quarters.

The company describes itself as a leading coal producer committed to sustainability in its operations and future strategy.

The Board of Directors retains discretion regarding future dividend declarations, which will depend on financial results, cash requirements, and other relevant factors, as noted in the company’s statement.

Peabody’s announcement comes as coal producers continue to navigate market conditions in the energy sector while maintaining shareholder returns. The company is scheduled to report its next quarterly earnings on October 30, 2025.

In other recent news, Peabody Energy Corporation has made headlines with several significant developments. The company recently terminated its purchase agreements with Anglo American Plc for acquiring Anglo’s steelmaking coal assets. This decision was prompted by a material adverse change related to an incident at Anglo’s Moranbah North Mine. Following this termination, Peabody is involved in arbitration proceedings with Anglo American, seeking the return of the remaining portion of a $75 million deposit.

In addition to these developments, Peabody has updated its bylaws, introducing new procedures for director nominations and stockholder meeting proposals. Freedom Capital Markets has adjusted its price target for Peabody Energy, increasing it to $28.70 from $18.30, while maintaining a Hold rating, citing a shift in coal sentiment. Furthermore, Peabody has expressed support for the Trump administration’s policy initiatives aimed at advancing coal’s role in energy production. These recent updates indicate active strategic moves by Peabody Energy in response to industry and policy changes.

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