Stanmore Resources Limited

Stanmore Resources Limited Earnings Recaps

SMR.AX Materials 2 recaps
Next earnings: March 1, 2027 (estimated) · full calendar
Q2 2026 Aug 26, 2026

Shares dropped 3.4% following the results as the market reacted negatively to ongoing macroeconomic cost pressures and a cautious outlook on cost inflation and foreign exchange risks, despite operational improvements and stable production guidance.

Key takeaways
  • Underlying EBITDA rose from USD 147 million to USD 174 million, primarily driven by higher realized pricing, but nearly offset by USD 110 million of foreign exchange, fuel, and inflation headwinds.
  • FOB cash costs stood at USD 101 per tonne, mid-range in guidance, with a noted negative impact of approximately USD 14 per tonne from inflation, fuel, and FX; underlying operational cash costs declined by USD 4 per tonne.
  • Salable production of 6.5 million tonnes matched the prior year’s half, with a strong recovery in Q2 after weather disruptions in Q1 and full-year guidance reaffirmed at 12.8–13.4 million tonnes.
  • Balance sheet strengthened post refinancing which lowered debt costs and removed scheduled amortizations, but net debt increased to USD 72 million after capital expenditure and shareholder returns.
  • No interim dividend declared, reflecting a conservative capital allocation stance amid ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties and cost headwinds.
Q2 2025 Jul 29, 2025

Stanmore Resources Limited reported a solid recovery in RAM coal production during Q2 2025, maintaining full-year saleable production guidance despite ongoing wet weather and market pressures.

Key takeaways
  • Positive operating cash flow of approximately USD 90 million for the quarter, bolstering liquidity to over USD 400 million.
  • South Walker Creek achieved its highest ROM production since mid-2022, signaling strong operational recovery and future growth potential.
  • Poitrel's ROM production rose 7% and coal sales increased 14% quarter-on-quarter, supported by strategic adjustments amid adverse weather.
  • Isaac Plains rebounded with a 60% increase in ROM volumes, indicating resilience despite previous weather impacts.
  • Company remains committed to optimizing its projects, including Eagle Downs and Isaac Downs, while navigating current market conditions.