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An announcement from Fortescue Metals Group Ltd ( (AU:FMG) ) is now available.
Fortescue reported a strong first half to 31 December 2025, with revenue from ordinary activities rising 10% to US$8.44 billion and net profit after tax attributable to members up 23% to US$1.91 billion, lifting net tangible asset backing per share to US$6.52. The board declared a fully franked interim dividend of A$0.62 per share, up from A$0.50 a year earlier, and confirmed details of its dividend reinvestment plan, underscoring robust cash generation and continued capital returns for shareholders.
The company’s dividend reinvestment plan will see new shares priced at the five-day volume-weighted average from 5 March 2026 with no discount, and shares acquired on market and transferred to participants on 30 March 2026. The higher payout and stronger earnings performance highlight Fortescue’s solid operating momentum in iron ore markets, with implications for ongoing shareholder yield and balance sheet strength in a competitive resources sector.
The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FMG) stock is a Sell with a A$17.20 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fortescue Metals Group Ltd stock, see the AU:FMG Stock Forecast page.
More about Fortescue Metals Group Ltd
Fortescue Ltd is a major Australian iron ore producer focused on supplying global steelmakers, with operations centered on large-scale mining, processing and export of iron ore. The company is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and targets cost-efficient production to compete in the global commodities market.
Average Trading Volume: 6,668,270
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: A$62.16B
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