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DOW   39,807.40
QQQ   444.01
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NYSE:VALE

Vale (VALE) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$12.19
+0.02 (+0.16%)
(As of 03/28/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$12.04
$12.19
50-Day Range
$11.96
$14.18
52-Week Range
$11.88
$16.60
Volume
28.23 million shs
Average Volume
27.31 million shs
Market Capitalization
$54.65 billion
P/E Ratio
6.66
Dividend Yield
9.68%
Price Target
$16.98

Vale MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.55 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
39.3% Upside
$16.98 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
0.86% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
0.86mentions of Vale in the last 14 days
Based on 6 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
-13.79%
From $2.61 to $2.25 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

3.56 out of 5 stars

Basic Materials Sector

54th out of 171 stocks

Metal Mining Industry

4th out of 19 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

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Since 1924 — over one hundred years — the US dollar has lost nearly 18x its value. In other words, a dollar back then would buy $17.82 worth of goods in today's money. If you're planning on retiring any time soon…This poses a real problem.
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VALE Mar 2024 11.500 call
VALE Mar 2024 11.500 put
VALE May 2024 16.000 put
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Company Calendar

Last Earnings
2/22/2024
Ex-Dividend for 3/26 Dividend
3/12/2024
Dividend Payable
3/26/2024
Today
3/29/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
4/24/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Metal mining
Sub-Industry
N/A
Employees
64,516
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$16.98
High Stock Price Target
$20.00
Low Stock Price Target
$13.20
Potential Upside/Downside
+39.3%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.55
Research Coverage
11 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$7.98 billion
Pretax Margin
26.69%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$41.78 billion
Cash Flow
$2.47 per share
Book Value
$9.14 per share

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
4,483,080,000
Free Float
4,483,079,000
Market Cap
$54.65 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.98

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Key Executives

  • Mr. Eduardo de Salles Bartolomeo (Age 60)
    President & CEO
  • Mr. Gustavo Duarte Pimenta (Age 46)
    Executive VP of Finance & Investor Relations
  • Mr. Carlos Henrique Senna Medeiros (Age 61)
    Executive Vice President of Operations
  • Murilo Muller
    Controllership Director & Chief Accountant
  • Rafael Jabur Bittar (Age 44)
    Executive Vice President of Technical
  • Ivan Fadel
    Head of Investor Relations
  • Mr. Denis Cuenca
    Chief Compliance Officer
  • Ms. Marina Barrenne De Artagao Quental (Age 60)
    Executive Vice President of People
  • Mr. Alexandre Gomes Pereira (Age 55)
    Executive Vice President of Projects
  • Mr. Alexandre Silva D'Ambrosio (Age 62)
    Executive Vice-President of Corporate & External Affairs

Should I Buy Vale Stock? VALE Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

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

  • Vale S.A. is a major producer and seller of iron ore and iron ore pellets, essential raw materials in steelmaking, providing a stable revenue stream.
  • The company operates in Brazil and internationally, diversifying its market exposure and potentially reducing risks associated with a single market.
  • Recent developments, such as the production and extraction of nickel for electric vehicles and metal alloys, align with the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions, potentially driving future growth.
  • Vale S.A.'s stock price has shown resilience in the face of challenges, indicating investor confidence and potential for long-term value appreciation.
  • The company's strategic focus on energy transition materials, including nickel and copper, positions it well to benefit from the global shift towards renewable energy sources.

Cons

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

  • Vale S.A. is currently facing a significant lawsuit related to the Mariana Dam failure, which could lead to financial liabilities and reputational damage.
  • The metal mining industry, in which Vale S.A. operates, is subject to commodity price volatility, which can impact the company's profitability and stock performance.
  • Environmental and regulatory challenges in the mining sector may pose risks to Vale S.A.'s operations and future growth prospects.
  • Global economic conditions and trade policies can influence demand for iron ore and other commodities, affecting Vale S.A.'s financial performance.
  • Investors should carefully monitor geopolitical factors and market trends that could impact Vale S.A.'s business operations and financial stability.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Vale pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

VALE Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Vale stock right now?

11 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Vale in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 sell rating, 3 hold ratings and 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" VALE shares.
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What is Vale's stock price target for 2024?

11 analysts have issued 1 year price targets for Vale's shares. Their VALE share price targets range from $13.20 to $20.00. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach $16.98 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 39.3% from the stock's current price.
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How have VALE shares performed in 2024?

Vale's stock was trading at $15.86 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, VALE shares have decreased by 23.1% and is now trading at $12.19.
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Are investors shorting Vale?

Vale saw a decrease in short interest in the month of February. As of February 29th, there was short interest totaling 33,870,000 shares, a decrease of 19.0% from the February 14th total of 41,810,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 22,300,000 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 1.5 days. Currently, 0.8% 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 Wednesday, April 24th 2024.
View our VALE earnings forecast
.

How were Vale's earnings last quarter?

Vale S.A. (NYSE:VALE) announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, February, 22nd. The basic materials company reported $0.56 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates of $1.04 by $0.48. The basic materials company earned $13.05 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $12.95 billion. Vale had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 20.00% and a net margin of 19.10%. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business posted $0.82 EPS.

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

Vale declared a semi-annual dividend on Friday, February 23rd. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, March 13th will be given a dividend of $0.3182 per share on Tuesday, March 26th. This represents a yield of 9.7%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, March 12th.
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.

Is Vale a good dividend stock?

Vale (NYSE:VALE) pays an annual dividend of $1.18 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 9.72%. VALE has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The company does not yet have a strong track record of dividend growth. The dividend payout ratio is 64.48%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, VALE will have a dividend payout ratio of 52.44% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for VALE.

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 number of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Capital International Investors (1.71%), Capital Research Global Investors (1.18%), Capital World Investors (1.02%), Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD (0.50%), Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (0.00%) and Fisher Asset Management LLC (0.41%).

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 Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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This page (NYSE:VALE) was last updated on 3/29/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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