RIORio Tinto is a fundamentally strong company with a solid track record and attractive dividend yield. Thematic exposure to global resource demand is positive, but recent price action and technical indicators suggest potential short-term headwinds. Investors seeking value and income in the mining sector may find this an attractive holding.
Rio Tinto is well-positioned to benefit from global demand for industrial commodities, but faces cyclicality and potential shifts in commodity prices.
Rio Tinto demonstrates strong profitability and a robust balance sheet, with a consistent dividend payout history. Valuation metrics appear attractive given its earnings power.
The stock is trading below its recent highs and shows mixed signals across different timeframes. Short-term indicators suggest potential downward pressure, while longer-term trends remain positive.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Global Infrastructure Development | 75 |
| Energy Transition | 85 |
| Commodity Price Volatility | 50 |
| Geopolitical Risk | 60 |
| ESG & Mining Regulations | 75 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 85 |
| Profitability | 80 |
| Growth | 65 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 85 |
| Cash Flow | 80 |
| Dividend Yield | 90 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 55 |
| Momentum | 60 |
| Price Action | 70 |
| Support & Resistance | 65 |
| Volume | 70 |
Strong Profitability
The company has demonstrated consistent profitability with a Net Margin of 21.5% in the latest annual period (2024Q4).
Attractive P/E Ratio
The trailing Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 6.2 is significantly lower than the industry average, suggesting potential undervaluation.
High Price-to-Sales Ratio
The trailing Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio of 1.3 (2024Q4) might be considered high in certain commodity market cycles, depending on industry benchmarks.
Revenue Fluctuation
Revenue has seen year-over-year fluctuations, with $53.66 billion in 2024Q4 compared to $54.04 billion in 2023Q4, indicating potential headwinds in top-line growth.
March 2025
7
Ex-Dividend Date
April 2025
17
Next Dividend Date
July 2025
31
Next Earnings Date
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Rio Tinto Group engages in exploring, mining, and processing mineral resources worldwide. The company operates through Iron Ore, Aluminium, Copper, and Minerals Segments. The Iron Ore segment engages in the iron ore mining, and salt and gypsum production in Western Australia. The Aluminum segment is involved in bauxite mining; and alumina refining, smelting, and recycling. The Copper segment engages in mining and refining of copper, gold, silver, molybdenum, and other by-products and exploration activities. The Minerals segment is involved in mining and processing of borates, titanium dioxide feedstock, and iron concentrate and pellets; diamond mining, sorting, and marketing; and development projects for battery materials, such as lithium. It also owns and operates open pit and underground mines; and refineries, smelters, processing plants and power, and shipping facilities. The company was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
71.89 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for RIO have a max estimate of 93.00 and a min estimate of 60.00.