RIO acquires Mitsubishi's 11.65% interest in Boyne Smelters, taking its interest in the venture to 71.04%.
Rio Tinto Ltd (LSE:RIO, ASX:RIO, OTC:RTNTF) Canadian aluminium assets are world-class, under-appreciated assets, says broker Jefferies and make a key differentiator in the investment case for the mining giant. During a visit to its upgraded AP60 plant, Rio predicted North American aluminium demand (both primary and recycled) would grow at 4% compound annually through 2028.
The RIO stock gains 10% in a weak and is trading at a 5% discount to its 52-week high. Let us take a look at its fundamentals to know whether investors should expect more gains.
An injection of liquidity into China's banking system will support demand for iron ore for steel. With global interest rates coming down, export demand will likely pick up for China, which means more steel demand.
Multicommodity miner Rio Tinto (RIO) has seen a price uptick in recent weeks, but going by its fundamentals and market multiples, it's unlikely to continue. The company's big focus, iron ore, is expected to continue seeing price weakness. While metals like copper and aluminium can stabilise the financials, their uptick isn't enough for rapid improvements. RIO's market multiples don't justify further price rise either, though its dividend yield still looks good for investors targeting a sustainable passive income.
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Rio Tinto announces a biofuel pilot in Australia that will explore the use of Pongamia seed oil as a feedstock for renewable diesel.
When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?
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Sovereign Metals Ltd (ASX:SVM, OTC:SVMLF, AIM:SVML) has commenced a hydraulic mining trial at its Kasiya Rutile Project in Malawi to assess the effectiveness and environmental impact of high-pressure water techniques on a large-scale operation. Part of its ongoing optimisation study, the work will be led by Fraser Alexander, a specialist in the field, and follows the successful completion of a dry mining evaluation in July.
Rio Tinto's share price has declined 14 percent year-to-date, driven by falling iron ore prices and demand uncertainty, but its diversification in aluminum and copper offers growth potential. Chinese demand for iron ore has likely peaked, but RIO's high-grade ore from the upcoming Simandou mine positions it well for future demand shifts. Compared to peers, Rio Tinto is mid-tier in valuation metrics, not the cheapest or highest-yielding, but well-diversified and strategically positioned.
Rio Tinto Group shares are undervalued due to macro concerns, making it a potential good investment for long-term investors. Recent decline in iron ore and copper prices have impacted investor sentiment toward Rio Tinto, causing a 15% decline in shares year-to-date. Future demand drivers such as the renewable energy revolution and infrastructure investments in India could positively impact Rio Tinto's business in the long run.