SunCoke Energy, Inc. (SXC) — Stock Score Summary

SunCoke Energy, Inc. (SXC) has a MoatMap StockRank of 80/100 based on Quality (42/100), Value (60/100), and Momentum (62/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. SunCoke Energy is a producer of metallurgical coke. It is a highly capital-intensive, cyclical commodity business with low ROIC, directly violating our Terry Smith quality criteria.

SunCoke Energy, Inc. is a leading independent producer of metallurgical coke, a key input for the steel industry, and a provider of logistics services for coal and other bulk materials. Its competitive moat stems from its unique heat recovery coking technology, which enables efficient and environmentally conscious production, along with long-term contracts with major steel producers. The company holds a strong niche position, particularly in the Americas, supporting essential industrial supply chains.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$9.11
Market Cap$785M
P/E (Forward)-49.68
Price/Book1.38
Return on Equity-9.3%
Return on Invested Capital-2.8%
Debt/Equity109.44
Gross Margin16.3%
Operating Margin1.0%
Revenue Growth4.4%
Dividend Yield5.1%
Free Cash Flow$47M

SunCoke Energy, Inc. operates in the Coking Coal industry, part of the Basic Materials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SunCoke Energy, Inc.’s (SXC) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for SunCoke Energy, Inc. (SXC) is 80/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (42), Value (60), and Momentum (62) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does SunCoke Energy, Inc. have an economic moat?
SunCoke Energy, Inc. (SXC) has a Quality factor score of 42/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is SunCoke Energy, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for SunCoke Energy, Inc. (SXC) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 80/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is SunCoke Energy, Inc. in?
SunCoke Energy, Inc. (SXC) operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Coking Coal industry (United States).
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