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An update from Rio Tinto ( (GB:RIO) ) is now available.
Rio Tinto has disclosed share acquisitions by three senior executives under its employee share schemes, in line with market abuse regulations. Chief Financial Officer Peter Cunningham, Chief Executive of Copper Katie Jackson, and Chief Executive of Aluminium & Lithium Jérôme Pécresse each acquired ordinary shares in Rio Tinto plc on 19 January 2026 through the company’s Global Employee Share Plan, with Jackson also receiving shares under the UK Share Plan. The transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange at around £63.42 per share, underscore the alignment of top management’s interests with those of shareholders and provide investors with additional transparency on insider dealings as required by regulatory reporting rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:RIO) stock is a Buy with a £7538.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Rio Tinto stock, see the GB:RIO Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:RIO Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:RIO is a Outperform.
Rio Tinto’s strong financial performance and strategic corporate events are the most significant factors driving its stock score. The company’s solid balance sheet and effective cash management provide a stable foundation, while recent strategic initiatives enhance growth prospects. Technical indicators support a positive outlook, though caution is advised as RSI approaches overbought levels. The valuation remains attractive, offering a good balance of growth and income potential.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:RIO stock, click here.
More about Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a global mining and metals group headquartered in the UK and Australia, producing a portfolio of commodities including iron ore, aluminium, copper, and other industrial minerals. Listed in London and Sydney, the company serves steelmakers, manufacturers and technology sectors worldwide, with operations and customers across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific and beyond.
Average Trading Volume: 2,749,763
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £106.4B
For an in-depth examination of RIO stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.