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Stanmore Resources Ltd ( (AU:SMR) ) has shared an announcement.
Stanmore Resources reported a resilient 2025 despite softer coal markets, lifting run-of-mine output to a record 20.5 million tonnes and saleable production to 14.0 million tonnes after completing a capital investment program. Safety performance remained strong with a serious accident frequency rate well below industry averages, while South Walker Creek’s ramp-up and standout output from Poitrel underpinned the production gains.
Revenue fell to US$1.9 billion as average realised prices dropped 21% to US$133 per tonne, but disciplined cost management nudged FOB cash costs down to US$88 per tonne, supporting Underlying EBITDA of US$385 million. The company generated US$296 million in free cash flow, ended the year with US$212 million in cash and modest net debt of US$33 million, and declared a fully franked dividend of 8.9 US cents per share, reinforcing its shift toward higher shareholder returns.
Stanmore signalled a planned production stepdown in 2026 as Isaac Downs is reconfigured to optimise costs ahead of an extension project, with operational efficiencies expected to offset most of the impact of lower volumes and cost inflation. Progress on the Isaac Downs Extension, including a maiden JORC-compliant reserves statement, and ongoing study work at Eagle Downs strengthen the company’s growth pipeline as improved metallurgical coal markets enhance its positioning as a leveraged Australian producer.
The most recent analyst rating on (AU:SMR) stock is a Sell with a A$2.95 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Stanmore Resources Ltd stock, see the AU:SMR Stock Forecast page.
More about Stanmore Resources Ltd
Stanmore Resources Ltd is an Australian-based pure-play metallurgical coal producer focused on supplying high-quality coal to global steelmaking markets. The company operates assets including South Walker Creek, Poitrel and Isaac Downs, positioning it as a significant player in export coal from Queensland with an emphasis on low-cost, large-scale operations.
Average Trading Volume: 1,754,665
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: A$2.36B
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