Operating Margin - Vale SA (BOVESPA:VALE3)

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Price: 75.87 BRL 3.76%

Market Cap: 323.9B BRL

27.7%

Current

34%

Average

5.5%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

27.7%

Operating Profit

59B

Revenue

213.3B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
BR		Vale SA BOVESPA:VALE3	323.9B BRL	28%
ZA	K	Kumba Iron Ore Ltd JSE:KIO	118.5B Zac	33%
AU		Fortescue Metals Group Ltd ASX:FMG	70.1B AUD	33%
AU	F	Fortescue Ltd XMUN:FVJ	39.9B EUR	33%
US		Nucor Corp NYSE:NUE	38.7B USD	8%
LU		ArcelorMittal SA AEX:MT	30.5B EUR	5%
IN		JSW Steel Ltd NSE:JSWSTEEL	2.9T INR	10%
IN		Tata Steel Ltd NSE:TATASTEEL	2.3T INR	8%
US		Steel Dynamics Inc NASDAQ:STLD	25.4B USD	8%
CN		Baoshan Iron & Steel Co Ltd SSE:600019	160.1B CNY	4%
JP		Nippon Steel Corp TSE:5401	3.4T JPY	5%

Vale SA
Glance View

Economic Moat

None

Market Cap

323.9B BRL

Industry

Metals & Mining

Vale S.A., a titan in the world of mining and metals, has carved its place as one of the foremost global leaders through its expansive operations and strategic ventures. Originating from Brazil, Vale's journey began in the mid-20th century, growing from a state-controlled enterprise into a privatized powerhouse by the late 1990s. Today, the company is synonymous with the extraction and production of iron ore, a fundamental material driving the steel industry. Through its extensive mining operations, primarily situated in the mineral-rich terrains of Brazil, Vale feeds the ever-growing global demand for raw materials, particularly from rapidly industrializing countries like China. Yet, while iron ore is the linchpin of its operations, Vale has adeptly diversified its portfolio, venturing robustly into nickel, manganese, copper, and coal, thus fortifying its presence across multiple segments of the mining sector. Vale's financial success is largely attributed to its comprehensive supply chain and economies of scale. The company not only mines these essential minerals but also manages the logistics of transporting them through its strategically located railways, ships, and ports, specifically designed to streamline the path from ore extraction to delivery. This vertical integration ensures cost efficiency and allows Vale to exercise more control over quality and timing, thereby strengthening its market competitiveness. Furthermore, Vale's investments in sustainable practices and renewable energy, while addressing environmental concerns, also stand to cater to a growing market of eco-conscious consumers and investors. On the revenue front, Vale benefits from long-term contracts and partnerships with steelmakers and industrial entities worldwide, ensuring a steady demand for its products. Through its strategic infrastructure and a diversified product suite, Vale continues to steer its path through the intricacies of the global commodities market.

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