Core Natural Resources, Inc.

Core Natural Resources, Inc. reported a significant turnaround in its financial performance for the second quarter and first half of 2026. The company posted a net income of $126.5 million for Q2 2026, a substantial improvement from a net loss in the prior year. Revenues also saw a modest increase, and operating cash flow more than tripled year-over-year for the six-month period. The company continued its share repurchase program and maintained its dividend.

Core Natural Resources reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with net income of $126.5 million and adjusted EBITDA of $323.6 million. The company generated $148 million in free cash flow and completed the settlement of its Leer South insurance claim for $155 million. Core continued its robust capital return program, distributing $68 million to stockholders in Q2, and secured 16 million tons of new sales commitments for future periods, indicating a positive outlook for operational performance and shareholder returns.

Core Natural Resources, Inc. announced that an imminent danger order issued to its subsidiary, Wolf Run Mining LLC, at the Leer South mine has been vacated. The order, issued on May 13, 2026, was initially due to elevated methane concentrations. The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) terminated the order on May 14, 2026, and subsequently determined on May 18, 2026, that an imminent danger had never existed.

Core Natural Resources, Inc. reported a strong financial turnaround for the first quarter of 2026, with net income of $21.04 million and basic EPS of $0.41, compared to a significant loss in the prior year. Revenue increased to $1.08 billion, and operating cash flow saw a substantial positive shift. The company also maintained its dividend and continued share repurchases, building on the foundation established by its merger with Arch in January 2025.

Core Natural Resources, Inc. reported strong first quarter 2026 results, with net income of $21.0 million and adjusted EBITDA of $179.9 million. The company delivered excellent operating performances, particularly at Leer South and West Elk, and generated significant free cash flow of $55.5 million. Core continued its robust capital return program, distributing $47.0 million to stockholders during the quarter, bringing the total returned since Q1 2025 to $292.1 million. The company also provided optimistic 2026 guidance, anticipating further operational improvements and strong free cash flow generation.

Core Natural Resources, Inc.'s subsidiary, Mingo Logan Coal LLC, received an imminent danger order on April 29, 2026, at its Mountaineer II mine. The order was issued by the Mine Safety and Health Administration due to elevated methane levels, which exceeded 5.0% in some areas. Mine personnel promptly addressed the condition, leading to the order's termination on the same day, and no injuries or illnesses occurred.

Core Natural Resources, Inc. held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April 30, 2026. Stockholders elected eight directors, including new members Edward L. Doheny II and Ronald C. Keating, each for a one-year term. The appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent auditor for fiscal year 2026 was ratified, and the compensation paid to named executive officers in 2025 was approved on an advisory basis. Doheny and Keating bring extensive experience in industrial technologies, global packaging, and mining equipment, which is expected to drive operational excellence and stockholder value.