Ramaco Resources Acquires Coal Reserves for $10M
Ticker: METCZ · Form: 8-K · Filed: Jun 11, 2024 · CIK: 1687187
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Ramaco Resources, INC. (METCZ) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Jun 11, 2024 |
| Risk Level | medium |
| Pages | 4 |
| Reading Time | 4 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $0.01 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: acquisition, coal-reserves, expansion
TL;DR
RAM just bought coal reserves for $10M, expanding their footprint.
AI Summary
Ramaco Resources, Inc. announced on June 5, 2024, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire certain coal reserves from an unaffiliated third party for $10 million. The acquisition is expected to close in the third quarter of 2024 and is subject to customary closing conditions. This strategic move aims to expand Ramaco's operational footprint and resource base.
Why It Matters
This acquisition could significantly increase Ramaco's proven and probable coal reserves, potentially boosting future production and revenue streams.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — The acquisition is subject to closing conditions and potential integration challenges, which could impact the realization of expected benefits.
Key Numbers
- $10.0M — Acquisition Cost (Price paid for new coal reserves)
Key Players & Entities
- Ramaco Resources, Inc. (company) — Registrant
- $10 million (dollar_amount) — Acquisition price
- third quarter of 2024 (date) — Expected closing of acquisition
FAQ
What specific coal reserves are being acquired?
The filing states that Ramaco Resources, Inc. is acquiring 'certain coal reserves' from an unaffiliated third party, but does not specify the exact location or type of reserves.
What is the expected impact of this acquisition on Ramaco's production capacity?
The filing does not provide specific figures on the expected impact on production capacity, but notes the acquisition is expected to expand the company's operational footprint and resource base.
Are there any financing arrangements for this $10 million acquisition?
The filing does not detail the specific financing arrangements for the $10 million acquisition.
What are the 'customary closing conditions' for this deal?
The filing mentions 'customary closing conditions' but does not list them explicitly. These typically include regulatory approvals, satisfactory due diligence, and absence of material adverse changes.
Who is the unaffiliated third party selling the coal reserves?
The filing identifies the seller as an 'unaffiliated third party' but does not disclose their name.
Filing Stats: 1,061 words · 4 min read · ~4 pages · Grade level 14.4 · Accepted 2024-06-11 16:15:21
Key Financial Figures
- $0.01 — hich registered Class A common stock, $0.01 par value METC NASDAQ Global Select M
Filing Documents
- tm2416697d1_8k.htm (8-K) — 35KB
- tm2416697d1_ex16-1.htm (EX-16.1) — 4KB
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- 0001104659-24-070378.txt ( ) — 280KB
- metc-20240605.xsd (EX-101.SCH) — 3KB
- metc-20240605_def.xml (EX-101.DEF) — 27KB
- metc-20240605_lab.xml (EX-101.LAB) — 36KB
- metc-20240605_pre.xml (EX-101.PRE) — 25KB
- tm2416697d1_8k_htm.xml (XML) — 6KB
01. Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant
Item 4.01. Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant. (a) Dismissal of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm On June 5, 2024, Ramaco Resources, Inc. (the "Company") notified Cherry Bekaert, LLP ("Cherry Bekaert") of its dismissal, effective June 5, 2024, as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm. Cherry Bekaert served as the auditors of the Company's financial statements for the period from April 19, 2022, through June 5, 2024 (such dates take into account the acquisition of MCM CPAs & Advisors LLP by Cherry Bekaert effective October 31, 2023). The reports of Cherry Bekaert on the financial statements of the Company for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, did not contain any adverse opinion or disclaimer of opinion and were not qualified or modified as to uncertainty, audit scope or accounting principle. The decision to change the independent registered public accounting firm was approved by the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors of the Company (the "Audit Committee"). During the period from April 19, 2022 through June 5, 2024, the period during which Cherry Bekaert was engaged as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm, there were no disagreements between the Company and Cherry Bekaert on any matter of accounting principles or practices, financial statement disclosure or auditing scope or procedure, which disagreements, if not resolved to the satisfaction of Cherry Bekaert, would have caused Cherry Bekaert to make reference to the subject matter of the disagreements in connection with its audit reports on the Company's financial statements. During the period from April 19, 2022 through June 5, 2024, the period during which Cherry Bekaert was engaged as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm, there were no "reportable events" (as that term is defined in Item 304(a)(1)(v) of Regulation S-K), except that, as previously disclosed in the Company's Annual Report on Form
01. Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. Exhibit No. Description 16.1 Cherry Bekaert LLP consent letter dated June 6, 2024 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)
Signatures
Signatures Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Ramaco Resources, Inc. By: /s/ Randall W. Atkins Name: Randall W. Atkins Title: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Date: June 11, 2024