Vale (VALE) Stock News Today: Analyst Upgrades, Dividend Dates, and the 2026 Iron Ore Outlook (Dec. 23, 2025)
Vale S.A.’s NYSE ADR closed at $13.15 on Dec. 22, up 3.4% on heavy volume, and hovered near $13.21 on Dec. 23. Shares have gained about 59% year-to-date. Multiple banks raised price targets as iron ore stays above $100/ton and Simandou’s supply ramp-up draws scrutiny. China’s iron ore imports remain strong despite weaker steel output.