Stock Idea

About the company

Whitehaven Coal (WHC) is an Australian producer of premium-quality coal focused on development and operation of coal mines in New South Wales and Queensland.

The Technicals

* Please note this is general advice only

Monthly Chart on the Left - Weekly Chart on the Right

Analyzing the monthly chart to our left, it is evident that the stock has displayed a remarkable performance since the lows experienced in 2020. With a surge from slightly below $1 to recent peaks of $11, the recent pullback has presented an appealing buying opportunity.

The consolidation and subsequent rebound from the $6 level have formed a solid foundation for our trade.

Shifting our attention to the weekly chart on the right, it is observable that the stock is establishing a pattern of ascending peaks and higher troughs, indicative of an upward trend.

It's worth noting that geopolitical uncertainties and conflicts remain a significant factor, and we should exercise caution when considering exposure to stocks in such conditions. Nonetheless, it's a well-established fact that markets tend to thrive even in conflict-ridden scenarios.

With that in mind, here's the proposed technical trade: I am currently considering an entry point up to $7.75, with the stock trading at $7.60 as I compose this statement. I have set my stop loss at $6.60, and I am targeting the previous high of $11.

I would like to emphasize the importance of prudent position sizing. Trading is not only about having an edge but also about effectively managing risk, assessing the risk-to-reward ratio, and practicing sound money management principles.

* Please note this is general advice only

*Please note that the team at TradeProfitably has exposure to the stock

WHC

2020 Y  2021 Y 2022 Y
REVENUE PER SHARE 1.20 1.17 3.44
OPERATING MARGIN (%) 11.77 3.21 66.54
NET INCOME, GAAP 21 -408 1347
LONG TERM DEPT 651 688 115
ROIC 3.47 -- 49.65
RETURN ON CAPITAL 1.21 -- 49.65
RETURN ON EQUITY 0.88 -19.18 54.72
FREE CASH FLOW -0.03 0.06 1.75

General Consensus

The general consensus on the stock is a hold, with 6 brokers calling it a Buy, 2 a Sell and 8 a hold.