Rio Tinto (RIO)
NYSE:RIO
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RIO Stock Chart & Stats
$100.15
$0.18(0.32%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$100.15
$0.18(0.32%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$55.64 - $112.58
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.23M
Average Volume (3M)2.61M
Market Cap
$179.64B
Enterprise Value$189.83B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$9.45B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$24.58B
Price to Earnings (P/E)17.3
Beta0.84
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS Estimate
3.88Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.6%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)6.14
Shares Outstanding1,255,046,100
10 Day Avg. Volume2,792,412
30 Day Avg. Volume2,608,471
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.96
Price to Book (P/B)2.09
Price to Sales (P/S)2.25
P/FCF Ratio26.95
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.06
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.29
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit12.72
Enterprise Value/Ebitda8.82
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$113.58Price Target Upside13.41% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)8.51
Revenue Forecast (FY)$64.33B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Scale & Integrated LogisticsRio Tinto's diversified portfolio across iron ore, aluminum and copper combined with owned/contracted rail and port infrastructure creates durable competitive advantages. Scale and integrated logistics lower delivery costs, improve reliability to customers and cushion earnings across commodity cycles.
Robust Profitability And Operating Cash QualityConsistent sector-leading margins and operating cash flows that exceed net income indicate high earnings quality. Strong OCF supports ongoing capex, dividend policy and project funding, providing durable financial flexibility even through cyclical commodity swings.
Progress On Strategic Growth Projects And Energy-transition ExposureMeaningful project progress (Simandou, Oyu Tolgoi ramp, lithium build-outs) expands long-term production optionality. Heavy exposure to copper, aluminum and lithium aligns the portfolio with structural energy-transition demand, supporting multi-year growth in price-insensitive end markets.
Bears Say
Post-acquisition Increase In Net LeverageThe acquisition-driven rise in net debt tightens financial headroom and increases sensitivity to commodity or operational shocks. Higher leverage can constrain capital allocation choices, slow buybacks or force higher future divestments despite management's target to retain strong credit metrics.
Sharply Weaker Free Cash Flow Versus Prior PeakA multi-year fall in free cash flow reduces the firm's ability to self-fund growth and returns without higher leverage or asset sales. Persistent lower FCF versus earnings signals heavier reinvestment and working-capital pressure, weakening resilience to downturns or unexpected capex overruns.
Material Operational And Safety Risk At SimandouThe fatal incident and subsequent pause create meaningful execution risk for Simandou, a cornerstone growth project. Investigations, safety upgrades and reputational/regulatory scrutiny can delay ramp, raise costs and reduce near-term production, impacting long-term project returns and cash flow timing.
Rio Tinto News
RIO FAQ
What was Rio Tinto’s price range in the past 12 months?
Rio Tinto lowest stock price was $55.64 and its highest was $112.58 in the past 12 months.
What is Rio Tinto’s market cap?
Rio Tinto’s market cap is $179.64B.
When is Rio Tinto’s upcoming earnings report date?
Rio Tinto’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 43 days.
How were Rio Tinto’s earnings last quarter?
Rio Tinto released its earnings results on Feb 19, 2026. The company reported $3.81 earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of $3.81 by $0.
Is Rio Tinto overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Rio Tinto’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Rio Tinto pay dividends?
Rio Tinto pays a Semiannually dividend of $2.54 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.6%. See more information on Rio Tinto dividends here
What is Rio Tinto’s EPS estimate?
Rio Tinto’s EPS estimate is 3.88.
How many shares outstanding does Rio Tinto have?
Rio Tinto has 1,255,046,100 shares outstanding.
What happened to Rio Tinto’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Rio Tinto reported an EPS of $3.81 in its last earnings report, expectations of $3.81. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.618%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Rio Tinto?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in RIO
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Rio Tinto Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$113.58 (13.41% Upside)
$113.58 (13.41% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
RIO Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 809.3K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.9%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
88.97%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
16.59%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
24.63%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto Group is a global enterprise dedicated to the exploration, extraction, and processing of diverse mineral resources across the world. The company's comprehensive operations are structured into four principal divisions: Iron Ore, Aluminium, Copper, and Minerals. The Iron Ore division focuses on the mining of iron ore, alongside the production of salt and gypsum, primarily located in Western Australia. Within the Aluminium segment, activities encompass bauxite excavation, alumina refinement, and the smelting process that yields aluminium. The Copper segment is involved in both the extraction and refinement of copper, gold, silver, and molybdenum, in addition to other related by-products and ongoing exploration initiatives. Finally, the Minerals division manages the mining and processing of various materials such as borates, titanium dioxide feedstock, and iron concentrate and pellets. This segment also oversees the full lifecycle of diamond operations, from mining and sorting to marketing, and is actively developing projects for critical battery materials like lithium. Rio Tinto maintains and operates an extensive infrastructure network, comprising both open-pit and underground mines, alongside modern refineries, smelters, processing plants, power generation facilities, and shipping terminals. The Group was established in 1873 and its corporate headquarters are located in London, United Kingdom.
RIO Company Deck
RIO Earnings Call
Q4 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a predominantly positive operational and financial story: strong production growth (8% copper-equivalent), record outputs, a 9% increase in underlying EBITDA to $25.4 billion, major progress on strategic projects (OT, Simandou, lithium), and a clear productivity program unlocking a $650 million run rate with expectations of materially higher cash delivery in 2026. Management reaffirmed disciplined capital allocation and returned $6.5 billion to shareholders. Offsetting these positives were a fatal safety incident at Simandou with an operational pause and investigation, iron ore earnings pressure and near-term headwinds (Pilbara cyclone impacts, modest 2026 volume growth of ~3%), and a rise in net debt to $14.4 billion after an acquisition. On balance, the highlights—growth, improved margins in copper and aluminum, strong cash returns and project progress—outweigh the lowlights, though the Simandou safety issue and certain commodity/operational headwinds remain material risks.View all RIO earnings summariesRIO Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$113.58
▲(13.41% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
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Insiders
0.73% Mutual Funds
4.47% Other Institutional Investors
94.01% Public Companies and Individual Investors