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Vale S.A. is a global mining company headquartered in Brazil and one of the world’s largest producers of iron ore, nickel, and other mineral resources. Operating within the metals and mining industry, Vale plays a key role in the global supply of essential raw materials.
The company’s operations span extraction, processing, and distribution of iron ore, iron ore pellets, nickel, copper, coal, and fertilizers.
Additionally, Vale has a robust logistics arm, including railway, port, and maritime transport systems that support the efficient flow of its global production.
With a presence in over 30 countries across South America, North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia, Vale also maintains distribution centers in strategic markets such as China, Japan, and the Middle East.
Vale’s operational infrastructure includes:
- Mines
- Railways and logistics corridors
- Port terminals
- Global distribution hubs
The company is deeply committed to sustainability, investing in decarbonization, environmental impact reduction, and social development initiatives in the communities where it operates.
Strategically, Vale is focused on supporting the energy transition, particularly through the extraction of critical minerals for batteries, electric vehicles, and other green technologies.
Vale is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker VALE, allowing international investors access to one of the world’s leading mining companies.
History and Founding of Vale S.A.
Vale S.A. was founded on June 1, 1942, by the Brazilian government under the name Companhia Vale do Rio Doce (CVRD). Its initial purpose was to explore and commercialize the abundant iron ore reserves in the Itabira region, in Minas Gerais, as part of Brazil’s broader industrialization strategy during the mid-20th century.
Quickly, CVRD became a major supplier of iron ore to the global market and began diversifying its portfolio by entering new segments such as bauxite, nickel, copper, and coal.
In 1997, Vale underwent a significant privatization process, transitioning from a state-owned enterprise to a publicly traded company. This transformation enabled the company to increase its efficiency, competitiveness, and expand its global footprint.
One of its most notable milestones occurred in 2006, when Vale acquired Inco Limited, a major Canadian nickel producer. This acquisition made Vale one of the leading players in the global nickel market, and significantly extended its operations in North America and beyond.
In 2017, the company rebranded as Vale S.A., reflecting a streamlined corporate governance structure and increased focus on transparency and investor relations.
From 2020 to 2024, Vale intensified efforts to reinforce operational safety, reduce environmental impacts, and implement sustainable mining practices.
The company has invested in new technologies to minimize its carbon footprint and improve the efficiency of its beneficiation processes.
Today, Vale remains a key global supplier of iron ore, particularly to China, and plays an essential role in enabling the green energy transition through the responsible production of critical minerals used in clean technologies.
Additional Information
The Company Vale SA ADR (United States), is listed on Nasdaq with a market cap of $ 51.61 Billions, having an equity of $ 42.28 Billions.
The Company está listadathe in the sector of Others and categorized in industry of Others.
In the last 12 months the Company had a revenue of $ 37.47 Billions, which generated a profit in the amount of $ 5.50 Billions.
As for its main indicators, the Company has a P/E ratio of 9.38, a P/BV ratio of 1.22 and in the last 12 months the dividend yield of VALE was at 5.93%.
The Company is traded internationally through the ticker VALE.
