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RIO or WPM: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Investors interested in Mining - Miscellaneous stocks are likely familiar with Rio Tinto (RIO) and Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (WPM). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?
Citi says Rio Tinto is building a low-cost lithium platform despite tough market backdrop
Rio Tinto Ltd's (LSE:RIO, ASX:RIO, OTC:RTNTF) investor deep dive into its lithium business has left analysts at Citi more confident that the miner is carving out a competitive position in a weak market, laying the groundwork for rapid growth if prices recover. Citi said Rio's presentation in Buenos Aires centred on three pillars: delivering 200,000 tonnes of lithium by 2028, driving operating costs down to below $5–8 a kilogram, and rolling out its “30 in 30” template, a blueprint for future projects built at less than $30 a kilogram of capital intensity, in under 30 months, with C1 costs of under $5 a kilogram.
Rio Tinto: Reorganization First, Re-Rating Next
Rio Tinto is regaining internal order. Q3 showed stable operations, clearer execution, and a simplified structure that finally aligns decisions with scale and reduces noise that previously clouded the investment case. The shift to three product groups improves focus, accountability, and long-term efficiency, reinforcing a strategic direction that was missing months ago and giving more coherence to a business often viewed. Strong margins, a 5% dividend yield, and an undemanding 11x P/E show a valuation still anchored in last semester's weakness, not in the operational discipline and clarity emerging through recent events.
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Rio Tinto Limited Profile
| Metals & Mining Industry | Materials Sector | Simon C. Trott BSc(Hon), GAICD, GradDipFin CEO | CXA Exchange | US7672041008 ISIN |
| GB Country | 60,000 Employees | 15 Aug 2025 Last Dividend | 30 Apr 2010 Last Split | - IPO Date |
Overview
Rio Tinto Group is a global leader in the mining and processing of mineral resources, with a diverse portfolio that spans across iron ore, aluminium, copper, and various minerals. Founded in 1873 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, the company has established a strong presence worldwide through its comprehensive operations that include exploration, mining, refining, and development of metal and mineral products. Its extensive network of open pit and underground mines, along with refineries, smelters, processing plants, and integrated power and shipping facilities, underscores its capability to meet global demand for essential materials. The firm is also actively involved in developing projects that focus on battery materials such as lithium, reflecting its commitment to addressing the needs of emerging technologies.
Products and Services
- Iron Ore
The Iron Ore segment of Rio Tinto involves mining iron ore, and producing salt and gypsum in Western Australia. These activities are fundamental to the global steel manufacturing industry, with iron ore being the primary raw material used to produce steel.
- Aluminium
This segment covers the entire aluminium production process, from bauxite mining, to alumina refining, and ultimately aluminium smelting. Aluminium, lightweight yet strong, is a crucial material for a variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, packaging, and construction.
- Copper
Rio Tinto's Copper segment focuses on the mining and refining of copper, along with gold, silver, molybdenum, and other by-products. Copper's excellent conductivity and malleability make it indispensable for electrical wiring, plumbing, and renewable energy applications.
- Minerals
This segment is engaged in the mining and processing of borates, titanium dioxide feedstock, and iron concentrate and pellets. Additionally, it oversees diamond mining, sorting, and marketing activities. The segment is notable for its venture into the development of battery materials, including lithium, which is essential for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage solutions.
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