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Arch Coal Inc. Nov 07
Standard & Poors, Nov 2007
Abstract
Good market position; Large and diversified reserve base; and Significant percentage of reserves consisting of low-sulfur coal. Aggressive debt leverage; Cost pressures (particularly in the eastern U.S. region); and Softer market conditions due to weak demand and a competitive pricing environment. The ratings on St. Louis, Mo.-based coal producer Arch Coal Inc. reflect its aggressive financial leverage, ongoing cost pressures in its eastern operations, challenges posed by the inherent risks of coal mining, and softer market conditions due to weak demand and a competitive pricing environment. Still, the company maintains a significant market share and vast reserve base. Arch Coal is one of the largest coal producers in the U.S., with 127 million tons of coal sold in 2006 and...
Companies mentioned in this report are: Arch Coal Inc.,Arch Western Resources LLC
Action: Review
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Research Type: Full Analysis
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