Vale S.A. Profit Margin

Vale S.A. (VALE) currently reports a profit margin of 4.92% as of June 2026. That compares with 14.32% in the prior-year period — down 65.6% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 16.52%. Use the charts on this page to explore Vale S.A.'s profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Vale S.A.'s profit margin decreased from 14.32% to 4.92% — a 65.6% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Vale S.A.'s profit margin of 4.92% is lower than the Materials sector average of 16.52%. That is roughly 70.2% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Vale S.A.'s current 4.92% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 16.52%) and against VALE's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 4.92%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 16.52%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Vale S.A., and consider following VALE for alerts when major investors trade the stock.