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SEC filingNACCO reported strong profit growth despite a slight revenue decline, driven by cost improvements and operational efficiency.
Operating income increased 43.4% to $11.0 million from $7.7 million, driven by cost reductions in the Utility Coal Mining segment and the benefit of a new dragline contract in Contract Mining. Selling, general and administrative expenses rose due to higher employee-related costs, partially offsetting the profit improvement. The increase in operating profit was also partially offset by a decrease in earnings of unconsolidated operations, primarily due to a lower management fee at Sabine during the first quarter of 2026.
Net income rose 80.3% to $8.8 million from $4.9 million, with diluted earnings per share increasing 77.3% to $1.17 from $0.66. The significant improvement reflects strong operational leverage and effective cost management. The decrease in gross profit in certain operations was mainly due to lower production, partially offset by a decrease in depletion expense.
NACCO's business model is built for durability and resilience, with an expanding portfolio of long-term contracts, relationships, and investments. The company believes funds available from cash on hand, its credit facility, and operating cash flows will provide sufficient liquidity to meet operating needs and commitments for the next twelve months and until the facility's expiration in September 2028. Sawtooth will supply all lithium-bearing ore requirements for a customer's Thacker Pass lithium processing facility currently under construction, positioning the company for future growth.