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Vale Stock Price, News & Analysis (NYSE:VALE)

$14.68
-0.15 (-1.01%)
(As of 12/8/2023 ET)
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Today's Range
$14.67
▼
$14.87
50-Day Range
$12.41
▼
$15.88
52-Week Range
$12.22
▼
$19.31
Volume
16.26 million shs
Average Volume
20.25 million shs
Market Capitalization
$65.81 billion
P/E Ratio
7.02
Dividend Yield
7.08%
Price Target
$16.81
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Vale MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.55 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
14.5% Upside
$16.81 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
1.46% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
0.72mentions of Vale in the last 14 days
Based on 11 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
30.52%
From $2.13 to $2.78 Per Share

Overall MarketRank™

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

3.13 out of 5 stars

Basic Materials Sector

4th out of 166 stocks

Metal Mining Industry

1st out of 14 stocks

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About Vale Stock (NYSE:VALE)

Vale S.A., together with its subsidiaries, produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw materials in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company operates through Iron Solutions and Energy Transition Materials segments. The Iron Solutions segment produces and extracts iron ore and pellets, manganese, and other ferrous products; and provides related logistic services. The Energy Transition Materials segment produces and extracts nickel used to produce stainless steel, electric vehicles, and metal alloys; and its by-products, such as gold, silver, cobalt, precious metals, platinum, and others, as well as copper used in the construction sector to produce pipes and electrical wires. The company was formerly known as Companhia Vale do Rio Doce and changed its name to Vale S.A. in May 2009. Vale S.A. was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

VALE Stock Price History

VALE Stock News Headlines

December 8, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com
Vale (NYSE:VALE) Upgraded by StockNews.com to "Strong-Buy"
December 7, 2023 | bloomberg.com
Vale-BHP Talks With Brazil on Mine Disaster Deal Delayed
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Vale (NYSE:VALE) Price Target Cut to $15.00 by Analysts at Barclays
December 6, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.com
Buy Rating Affirmed for Vale SA Amidst Strategic Growth and Favorable Market Trends
December 5, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Vale Offers Iron Ore Price Support With Steady Output Plan
December 5, 2023 | financialpost.com
Mining Giant Vale Says China Can’t Control the Price of Iron Ore
November 30, 2023 | seekingalpha.com
Vale: Red Hot Iron Ore Demand With Premium Prices
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Vale: Still More Upside But Be Cautious
November 21, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.com
Vale Has 'Unique' Setup: Goldman Sachs Declares Stock 'Too Attractive To Ignore'
November 21, 2023 | morningstar.com
Vale SA ADR VALE
November 21, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Vale SA's Dividend Analysis
November 13, 2023 | seekingalpha.com
Vale Is A Terrific Rotation Play With Significant Long-Term Potential
October 30, 2023 | realmoney.thestreet.com
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October 30, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Vale S.A.: Vale Earnings: Solid Iron Ore Sales, the Main Driver of Earnings
October 29, 2023 | seekingalpha.com
Vale Q3 Earnings: Buy While It's Cheap
October 28, 2023 | reuters.com
Vale's third-quarter profit slips but beats expectations
October 28, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.com
Analysts Offer Insights on Materials Companies: Vale SA (VALE), Cemex SAB (CX) and Newmont Mining (NEM)
October 27, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Vale Unveils $4 Billion in Dividends, Buyback Program to Reward Investors
October 26, 2023 | morningstar.com
Vale 3Q Net Income Drops 36% to $2.8 Billion
October 26, 2023 | reuters.com
UPDATE 1-Vale's third-quarter profit slips but beats expectations
October 19, 2023 | bloomberg.com
Vale Taps Former Investor Relations Head Fadel as CEO of Bionow
October 19, 2023 | marketwatch.com
Vale to Defend Against $20B Compensation Request for 2015 Dam Disaster
October 18, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Brazil's Batista Brothers to Invest $1 Billion to Boost Iron Ore Mines
October 17, 2023 | nz.news.yahoo.com
UPDATE 1-Vale's iron ore output falls as operations failure hits key mine
October 17, 2023 | marketwatch.com
Vale 3Q Iron Ore Output Down 3.9% vs Year Earlier at 86.2M Tons
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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 9/11 Dividend
8/14/2023
Dividend Payable
9/11/2023
Last Earnings
10/26/2023
Ex-Dividend for 12/8 Dividend
11/22/2023
Dividend Payable
12/08/2023
Today
12/10/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
2/15/2024
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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange
NYSE
Industry
Metal mining
Sub-Industry
N/A
Sector
Basic Materials
Current Symbol
NYSE:VALE
CUSIP
N/A
CIK
917851
Web
www.vale.com
Phone
552134855000
Fax
55-21-3814-8820
Employees
64,516
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$16.81
High Stock Price Target
$20.00
Low Stock Price Target
$13.20
Potential Upside/Downside
+14.5%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.55
Research Coverage
11 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)
$2.09
Trailing P/E Ratio
7.02
Forward P/E Ratio
6.89
P/E Growth
N/A
Net Income
$18.79 billion
Net Margins
22.84%
Pretax Margin
26.82%
Return on Equity
23.82%
Return on Assets
10.47%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio
0.39
Current Ratio
1.08
Quick Ratio
0.70

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$43.84 billion
Price / Sales
1.50
Cash Flow
$4.40 per share
Price / Cash Flow
3.34
Book Value
$8.33 per share
Price / Book
1.76

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
4,483,080,000
Free Float
4,483,079,000
Market Cap
$65.81 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.92

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Key Executives

  • Mr. Eduardo de Salles Bartolomeo (Age 59)
    President & CEO
  • Mr. Gustavo Duarte Pimenta (Age 45)
    Executive VP of Finance & Investor Relations
  • Mr. Carlos Henrique Senna Medeiros (Age 60)
    Executive Vice President of Operations
  • Murilo Muller
    Controllership Director & Chief Accountant
  • Rafael Jabur Bittar (Age 43)
    Executive Vice President of Technical
  • Ivan Fadel
    Head of Investor Relations
  • Mr. Denis Cuenca
    Chief Compliance Officer
  • Ms. Marina Barrenne De Artagao Quental (Age 59)
    Executive Vice President of People
  • Mr. Alexandre Gomes Pereira (Age 54)
    Executive Vice President of Projects
  • Mr. Alexandre Silva D'Ambrosio (Age 61)
    Executive Vice President of Corporate & Institutional Affairs

Key Competitors

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Institutional Ownership

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Should I Buy Vale Stock? VALE Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Vale was last updated on Monday, November 27, 2023 at 10:06 AM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Vale S.A.:

  • Vale S.A. is a leading producer and seller of iron ore and iron ore pellets, which are essential raw materials in steelmaking. The demand for steel is expected to continue growing, especially in emerging markets, which could drive the demand for Vale's products.
  • The company operates through Iron Solutions and Energy Transition Materials segments. This diversification allows Vale to capitalize on different market opportunities and mitigate risks associated with fluctuations in commodity prices.
  • Vale is actively involved in the energy transition, producing and extracting nickel used in the production of electric vehicles and metal alloys. As the demand for electric vehicles and sustainable materials increases, Vale's position in the energy transition materials market could provide long-term growth opportunities.
  • Vale has a strong presence in Brazil, one of the world's largest iron ore producers. This provides the company with access to abundant resources and favorable operating conditions, which can contribute to cost efficiencies and competitive advantages.
  • The current stock price of Vale S.A. presents a potential investment opportunity. Please refer to the latest financial data for the most accurate stock price information.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Vale S.A. for these reasons:

  • The metal mining industry, in which Vale operates, is subject to price volatility and cyclical fluctuations. Changes in commodity prices, global economic conditions, and geopolitical factors can impact the profitability of the company.
  • Vale's operations are exposed to environmental and regulatory risks. Any incidents or non-compliance with environmental regulations can result in financial penalties, reputational damage, and operational disruptions.
  • The company's financial performance can be influenced by currency exchange rates, as Vale operates internationally. Fluctuations in exchange rates can impact the company's revenues, costs, and profitability.
  • Investors should consider the potential impact of geopolitical factors, trade disputes, and changes in government policies on Vale's operations and market conditions.
  • It is important for investors to conduct thorough research and analysis, considering both the opportunities and risks associated with investing in Vale S.A., before making any investment decisions.














VALE Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Vale stock right now?

11 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Vale in the last year. There are currently 1 sell rating, 3 hold ratings and 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" VALE shares.
View VALE analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks.

What is Vale's stock price target for 2024?

11 equities research analysts have issued 12-month price targets for Vale's stock. Their VALE share price targets range from $13.20 to $20.00. On average, they anticipate the company's share price to reach $16.81 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 14.5% from the stock's current price.
View analysts price targets for VALE or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts.

How have VALE shares performed in 2023?

Vale's stock was trading at $16.97 at the start of the year. Since then, VALE stock has decreased by 13.5% and is now trading at $14.68.
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Are investors shorting Vale?

Vale saw a increase in short interest in October. As of October 31st, there was short interest totaling 66,880,000 shares, an increase of 18.5% from the October 15th total of 56,460,000 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 21,250,000 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 3.1 days. Approximately 1.6% of the shares of the stock are short sold.
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When is Vale's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, February 15th 2024.
View our VALE earnings forecast.

How were Vale's earnings last quarter?

Vale S.A. (NYSE:VALE) issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, October, 26th. The basic materials company reported $0.66 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $0.61 by $0.05. The basic materials company earned $10.62 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $10.52 billion. Vale had a net margin of 22.84% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 23.82%. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $0.98 EPS.

How often does Vale pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Vale?

Vale declared a -- dividend on Friday, October 27th. Shareholders of record on Friday, November 24th will be paid a dividend of $0.1541 per share on Friday, December 8th. This represents a yield of 8.6%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, November 22nd.
Read our dividend analysis for VALE.

Is Vale a good dividend stock?

Vale (NYSE:VALE) pays an annual dividend of $1.04 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 7.00%. VALE has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The dividend payout ratio is 49.76%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, VALE will have a dividend payout ratio of 37.41% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for VALE.

What ETFs hold Vale's stock?

ETFs with the largest weight of Vale (NYSE:VALE) stock in their portfolio include iShares Latin America 40 ETF (ILF), VanEck Steel ETF (SLX), SPDR S&P Global Natural Resources ETF (GNR), iShares Global Materials ETF (MXI), SPDR MSCI Emerging Markets StrategicFactors ETF (QEMM), Pacer Emerging Markets Cash Cows 100 ETF (ECOW), Matthews Emerging Markets ex China Active ETF (MEMX) and ProShares S&P Global Core Battery Metals ETF (ION).

What other stocks do shareholders of Vale own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Vale investors own include Bank of America (BAC), Micron Technology (MU), Freeport-McMoRan (FCX), Intel (INTC), General Electric (GE), Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR), Cisco Systems (CSCO), AT&T (T), Alibaba Group (BABA) and NVIDIA (NVDA).

Who are Vale's major shareholders?

Vale's stock is owned by a variety of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include FMR LLC (0.42%), Invesco Ltd. (0.40%), Lazard Asset Management LLC (0.27%), RWC Asset Advisors US LLC (0.24%), Optiver Holding B.V. (0.00%) and Morgan Stanley (0.23%).

How do I buy shares of Vale?

Shares of VALE stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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This page (NYSE:VALE) was last updated on 12/10/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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