Jefferies Starts Peabody Energy (BTU) at Buy

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Up: 16 | Down: 7 | New: 23

Jefferies initiates coverage on Peabody Energy (NYSE: BTU) with a Buy. PT $65.00.

The firm said, "We believe Peabody's valuation reflects a bearish outlook for both U.S. and global seaborne coal fundamentals. We remain confident that such a view is unfounded." The firm said there is excessive skepticism with regard to the sustainability of current PRB prices. As skepticism abates, they expect BTU shares to trade higher.

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Shares of Peabody Energy closed at $45.79 yesterday, with a 52 week range of $41.20-$73.95.

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