New Hope Corporation Limited (AU:NHC)
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NHC Stock Chart & Stats
AU$5.28
AU$0.03(0.62%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$5.28
AU$0.03(0.62%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$3.63 - AU$6.17
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.39M
Average Volume (3M)2.20M
Market Cap
AU$5.16B
Enterprise ValueAU$4.99B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$616.78M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$382.58M
Price to Earnings (P/E)33.5
Beta0.18
Next Earnings
Sep 15, 2026EPS Estimate
0.14Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield8.48%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.18
Shares Outstanding843,773,100
10 Day Avg. Volume2,047,693
30 Day Avg. Volume2,200,483
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.12
Price to Book (P/B)1.34
Price to Sales (P/S)2.02
P/FCF Ratio13.59
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$5.23Price Target Upside-1.04% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)0.19
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$1.77B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Operating MarginsSustainably high EBIT and EBITDA margins indicate structural operating efficiency in mining and coal handling. Strong margins provide a cushion against commodity price swings, support reinvestment and dividends, and allow the business to remain profitable even if volumes decline or costs rise over the medium term.
Low Leverage, Strong Balance SheetA very low debt-to-equity ratio and solid equity base give New Hope financial flexibility to fund capex, withstand cyclical downturns, and pursue opportunistic investments. Strong capitalization reduces refinancing risk and supports consistent capital allocation to maintenance, growth, or distributions over the next several quarters.
Vertical Exposure To Coal LogisticsOwnership and stakes in logistics and port infrastructure complement mining operations, reducing supply‑chain risk and unlocking non-core income streams. This vertical integration strengthens market position, improves control over delivered costs, and provides recurring infrastructure-derived cash flows over the medium term.
Bears Say
Declining Revenue TrendPersistent revenue decline undermines scale benefits and can erode absolute profitability even with high margins. Falling sales volumes or realizations reduce cash available for capex and dividends, increase per-unit fixed costs, and limit the company’s ability to reinvest to sustain long-term competitiveness.
Sharp Drop In Free Cash Flow GrowthA near‑50% contraction in free cash flow growth signals weakening cash generation that can constrain capital allocation, dividend sustainability, and balance sheet improvement. Even with healthy operating conversion ratios, sustained FCF declines force harder tradeoffs between maintenance capex, growth projects, and shareholder distributions.
Concentration In Thermal Coal Amid Transition RiskHeavy reliance on thermal coal exposes the company to structural demand decline and policy/regulatory risks from energy transition trends. Over 2–6 months this can translate into persistent volume or price pressure, making long-term revenue and asset recovery more uncertain unless diversification or transition plans are advanced.
New Hope Corporation Limited News
NHC FAQ
What was New Hope Corporation Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
New Hope Corporation Limited lowest share price was AU$3.63 and its highest was AU$6.17 in the past 12 months.
What is New Hope Corporation Limited’s market cap?
New Hope Corporation Limited’s market cap is AU$5.16B.
When is New Hope Corporation Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
New Hope Corporation Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 15, 2026 which is in 97 days.
How were New Hope Corporation Limited’s earnings last quarter?
New Hope Corporation Limited released its earnings results on Mar 16, 2026. The company reported AU$0.064 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of AU$0.068 by -AU$0.004.
Is New Hope Corporation Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts New Hope Corporation Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does New Hope Corporation Limited pay dividends?
New Hope Corporation Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.1 which represents an annual dividend yield of 8.48%. See more information on New Hope Corporation Limited dividends here
What is New Hope Corporation Limited’s EPS estimate?
New Hope Corporation Limited’s EPS estimate is 0.14.
How many shares outstanding does New Hope Corporation Limited have?
New Hope Corporation Limited has 843,773,100 shares outstanding.
What happened to New Hope Corporation Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
New Hope Corporation Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.064 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of AU$0.068. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.426%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of New Hope Corporation Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:NHC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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New Hope Corporation Limited Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
AU$5.23 (-1.04% Downside)
AU$5.23 (-1.04% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:NHC Sentiment 87%
Sector Average 72%
Sector Average 72%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-4.51%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.87%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
10.96%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
New Hope Corporation Limited
New Hope Corporation Limited is an Australian entity primarily engaged in the exploration, development, extraction, and processing of coal, crude oil, and natural gas. Its operations are organized into three main segments: coal mining in Queensland, coal mining in New South Wales, and a diverse 'Other' category. The company operates two key open-pit thermal coal mines: the New Acland project situated in Oakey, Queensland, and the Bengalla mine within New South Wales' Hunter Valley region. Additionally, New Hope possesses a substantial oil and gas portfolio, including 849 square kilometers of net oil-producing acreage distributed across nine projects in the Cooper-Eromanga Basin. Beyond resource extraction, its activities encompass agricultural endeavors like farming and grazing, land stewardship, and the management of a bulk handling facility. This facility facilitates the receipt, storage, and shipment of various materials, such as coal, construction aggregates, chips and pellets, and diverse minerals like bauxite, manganese, and diatomite. The company further extends its services to include port operations, logistics, and marketing. Established in Brisbane, Australia, in 1952, New Hope Corporation conducts business internationally, with a footprint in nations including Japan, China, Taiwan, Chile, Korea, Vietnam, India, and its home country.
NHC Company Deck
NHC Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call presented a strong operational and financial performance with significant increases in coal production and improved safety metrics, despite challenges posed by weather, logistics, and a declining coal price. The company continues to provide substantial shareholder returns through dividends.View all AU:NHC earnings summariesNHC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$5.23
▼(-1.04% Downside)
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