Core Natural Resources (CNR) Stock Jumps on Leer South Restart: 2026 Outlook, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch
Core Natural Resources shares jumped about 8% to $90 Thursday after the company announced the restart of longwall mining at its Leer South mine in West Virginia. Operations had been suspended since January due to combustion-related issues. The company also reported stable productivity at its West Elk mine in Colorado following a seam transition. Management expects Leer South to be fully ramped by early 2026.
