Should you buy Vale stock now?
The technical signal for Vale is currently NEUTRAL. Vale trades at $14.85 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.049 with rising momentum (signal: -0.130); RSI is at 52.1 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $16.79 points to 13.1% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Vale stock?
The average analyst price target for Vale is $16.79. The current price is $14.85, which gives an upside of 13.1%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $15.11 and $18.47.
Is Vale a dividend stock?
Yes, Vale is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 37.57%. The latest dividend was $0.67 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 12/12/2025. The payout ratio is 2.6%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 3/11/2026.
When does Vale pay a dividend in 2026?
Vale pays its next dividend on 3/11/2026. The latest dividend was $0.67 per share with an ex-dividend date of 12/12/2025. The dividend yield is 37.57%. The payout ratio of 2.6% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Vale stock?
Vale is rated as a stock with moderately low risk. the annual standard deviation is 31.4%, which classifies the stock as moderately low risk.
Is Vale overvalued?
No, Vale is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (13.1% upside). Vale has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 29.1 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 0.3, a P/B ratio of 1.7. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 13.1%.
Is Vale overbought?
No, Vale is not overbought. RSI is at 52.1 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 52.1 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 1.8% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next Vale earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Vale has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Vale shorted?
Yes, Vale is shorted with 1.4% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Vale stock?
No, insiders are not buying Vale shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 1 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 5,305 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 6 reported transactions, the split is 4 purchases and 2 sales, with a net 1,258,659,825 $ sold. Active sellers include Quintao Lara Anelise, Vale S.A.. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Vale a good stock?
Based on our total score, Vale is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 59 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 70/100, Quality: 57/100, Momentum: 51/100. In addition: analysts see 13.1% upside to the price target; a dividend of 37.57%; technical signal: Hold. Whether Vale is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Vale stock?
The outlook for Vale based on current data: the average analyst price target is $16.79 (+13.1%); the P/E ratio is 29.1 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Vale stock moving?
Vale is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Vale go?
The average analyst price target for Vale is $16.79, which corresponds to a potential gain of 13.1% from the current price of $14.85. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Vale fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Vale. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Vale do?
Vale er en stor spiller, der primært tjener penge på at grave råstoffer op af jorden. De er især kendt for at producere og sælge jernmalm og jernmalm-pellets. Det er deres store forretningsområde, som de kalder Iron Solutions.
Derudover driver Vale en anden vigtig forretning,... The company belongs to the Materialer sector, more specifically the Andet industriel metal & minedrift industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Vale as an investment.
Did Vale raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Vale. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Vale making money or losing money?
Yes, Vale is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 4.8% — which is modest. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 21.3%. At a P/E ratio of 29.1, you currently pay 29.1 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Vale go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Vale is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.02 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 137% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Vale have a lot of debt?
Vale has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 137%. For the materialer sector, 80-150% counts as a typical level. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Vale service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 7.5x, and net debt equals 0.2 years of earnings (EBITDA).
