Rio Tinto CEO to Step Down Later This Year
Rio Tinto (RIO) announced Thursday that CEO Jakob Stausholm would be stepping down later this year after leading the mining and minerals provider since January 2021.
Rio Tinto begins search for new CEO as Stausholm prepares to step down
Rio Tinto Ltd (LSE:RIO, ASX:RIO, OTC:RTNTF) said chief executive Jakob Stausholm would step down later this year once a successor is named, with a formal search for his replacement now underway. The announcement came unexpectedly, just five years into a tenure that typically lasts six.
Rio Tinto CEO Jakob Stausholm to Step Down
The world's second-biggest miner by market value said Thursday that Stausholm would continue to lead the company while the process to replace him continues.
Rio Tinto and Codelco join forces on major Chilean lithium project in US$900 million deal
Rio Tinto Ltd has struck a landmark deal with Chilean state miner Codelco to jointly develop a high-grade lithium project in the Salar de Maricunga, tapping further into the intensifying global race for critical minerals. Under binding agreements announced today, Rio will acquire a 49.99% stake in Salar de Maricunga SpA – the Codelco-owned entity holding licences and concessions in the lithium-rich salt flat – by funding up to US$900 million across project studies and development stages.
RIO to Invest $1.2B in Quebec Hydroelectric Power Plant Upgrade
Rio Tinto earmarks $1.2 billion for the modernization of hydroelectric power plant in Quebec to secure the future of low-carbon aluminum production.
Rio Tinto's Hidden Catalysts For Long-Term Growth
Rio Tinto offers a compelling 7.2% dividend yield and a strong balance sheet, supporting its appeal to income-focused investors. Despite short-term headwinds in iron ore and Chinese demand, growth projects like Simandou, Resolution, and Arcadium Lithium drive future diversification. Valuation remains attractive with low P/E and EV/EBITDA multiples compared to peers, suggesting the market undervalues Rio's long-term potential.
Rio Tinto Shareholders Reject Activist Bid for Review of London Listing
PERTH, Australia—Rio Tinto shareholders voted against an independent review of the miner's dual-listed structure, rejecting an activist investor's proposal aimed at getting the company to drop a decades-old primary London listing.
RIO's Q1 Iron Ore Production Declines 10% Y/Y Due to Bad Weather
Rio Tinto reports 70.7 Mt of iron ore shipments and production of 69.8 Mt in Q1. Both are lower y/y due to four cyclones.
Rio Tinto Expects 2025 Iron Ore Shipments at Low End of Guidance
Rio Tinto said iron ore shipments from its Australian mining operations are likely to be at the lower end of guidance following disruptions from four cyclones during the first quarter of the year.
Rio Tinto: Debt Before Dividend
Rio Tinto is diversifying from iron ore to copper and lithium to mitigate risks and capitalize on electrification, but this requires significant capital and increased debt. Iron ore's diminishing returns and reliance on China pose risks, leading to expected dividend reductions to service debt and fund diversification. I will hold Rio Tinto stock long-term, but won't reinvest dividends now, anticipating further stock price decline and lower dividends amidst diversification efforts.
Rio Tinto Braces for Investor Vote on Review of London Listing
Thursday's vote in London at Rio Tinto's annual shareholder meeting will test support for a change that has been championed by activist investor Palliser Capital.
Rio Tinto: Underappreciated Copper Growth
Rio Tinto has a supportive copper growth ahead, excluding M&A. China's economic activity started in 2025 with solid momentum. This will provide solid results on the iron ore EBITDA. A solid balance sheet, supportive shareholders' remuneration, and upside on critical metals make Rio Tinto a buy.
