Vale S.A., together with its subsidiaries, produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw materials in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company operates through Ferrous Minerals and Base Metals segments. The Ferrous Minerals segment produces and extracts iron ore and pellets, manganese, ferroalloys, and other ferrous products; and provides related logistic services. The Base Metals segment produces and extracts nickel and its by-products, such as gold, silver, cobalt, precious metals, and others, as well as copper. The company was formerly known as Companhia Vale do Rio Doce and changed its name to Vale S.A. in May 2009. Vale S.A. was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Vale Dividend Announcement
• Vale announced a quarterly dividend of $0.07 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-12-15. Ex dividend date: 2024-12-12
• Vale annual dividend for 2024 was $0.99
• Vale annual dividend for 2023 was $1.23
• Vale's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 10.7%
• Vale's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 65.65%
• Vale's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was 17.48% year
• Vale's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was 3.47% year
Vale Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-12-12 | $0.07 | quarterly | 2024-12-15 |
2024-08-05 | $0.37 | quarterly | 2024-09-11 |
2024-03-12 | $0.55 | quarterly | 2024-03-26 |
2023-11-22 | $0.47 | quarterly | 2023-12-08 |
2023-08-14 | $0.41 | quarterly | 2023-09-11 |
2023-03-14 | $0.35 | quarterly | 2023-03-29 |
2022-12-13 | $0.06 | quarterly | 2023-03-29 |
2022-08-12 | $0.69 | quarterly | 2022-09-09 |
2022-03-09 | $0.72 | quarterly | 2022-03-23 |
2021-09-23 | $1.51 | quarterly | 2021-10-08 |
2021-06-24 | $0.44 | quarterly | 2021-07-08 |
2021-03-05 | $0.77 | quarterly | 2021-03-22 |
2020-09-22 | $0.43 | quarterly | 2020-10-07 |
2019-12-27 | $0.26 | quarterly | 2020-08-14 |
2018-08-03 | $0.40 | quarterly | 2018-09-27 |
2018-03-07 | $0.15 | quarterly | 2018-03-22 |
2017-12-22 | $0.13 | quarterly | 2018-03-22 |
2017-04-24 | $0.29 | quarterly | 2017-05-05 |
2016-12-02 | $0.05 | quarterly | 2016-12-23 |
2015-10-16 | $0.10 | quarterly | 2015-11-06 |
2015-04-15 | $0.19 | quarterly | 2015-05-07 |
2014-10-17 | $0.14 | quarterly | 2014-11-07 |
2014-04-15 | $0.41 | quarterly | 2014-05-07 |
2013-10-18 | $0.44 | quarterly | 2013-11-08 |
2013-04-17 | $0.44 | quarterly | 2013-05-07 |
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Vale Dividend Yield
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1. Determination of Dividend: Vale's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.
2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, Vale publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.
3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.
4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Vale distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.
5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from Vale are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
1. Record Date: Vale sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.
2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Vale distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: Vale declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
To assess the safety of Vale's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.
It is recommended to review Vale's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.