Vale’s New Iron Ore Playbook: Smarter Logistics, Higher Prices, & a Bigger Global Edge!

Vale S.A.’s third-quarter 2025 results reflect both progress and challenges as the company continues to navigate complex market dynamics and pursue strategic growth initiatives. In terms of operational performance, Vale delivered strong results across its three primary commodities: iron ore, copper, and nickel. Iron ore production reached 94 million tons, a 4% year-on-year increase, marking the highest quarterly output since 2018. This performance was supported by the ramp-up of significant projects such as S11D, Brucutu, and Capanema. Copper production increased by 6% year-on-year, with robust performance from Salobo, and the nickel segment saw stable production levels, buoyed by the Voisey’s Bay underground project ramp-up. From a strategic standpoint, Vale is focusing on maximizing its product portfolio to adapt to varying market conditions.