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The Motley Fool August 4, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson |
Rio Doce Turns a Hard Corner Comparisons will get more difficult, but cash continues to roll in. The Brazilian iron company, also known as Companhia Vale do Rio Doce or CVRD, is still growing, and it just may be enough of a value yet to merit a closer look. |
The Motley Fool March 8, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson |
Can CVRD Keep the Party Going? Investors in Brazil's CVRD certainly have reason to celebrate, with this major iron ore producer's stock having climbed about 30% in the past year and having paid nice dividends along the way. Is it now time for caution? |
The Motley Fool May 12, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson |
CVRD Strikes While Iron Is Hot Despite falling shares, this Brazilian iron miner's business hasn't fallen off yet. |
The Motley Fool November 11, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson |
Metal Fatigue at CVRD? Have expectations for this leading iron ore company caught up to reality? While we are likely in a prolonged cyclical commodity upswing, don't be surprised to see things pause for a bit, thus making the stock's risk/reward balance a bit less interesting. |
The Motley Fool August 28, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Rio Tinto Comes Out Roaring Rio Tinto rode commodities prices and more aluminum to lights-out earnings. |
The Motley Fool January 20, 2009 David Lee Smith |
Mining Stocks in the Rough As aluminum and copper slide, are miners becoming a bargain? |
The Motley Fool July 7, 2008 David Lee Smith |
These Price Surges Are Hardly Minor Steel demand is pushing iron ore prices to leap large. |
The Motley Fool November 18, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Should You Be Buying Mining Stocks? While their shares have plunged, it may not yet be time to buy the miners. |
The Motley Fool November 28, 2007 David Lee Smith |
A Mining Merger Involving China? The Chinese are watching BHP Billiton's attempt to acquire Rio Tinto, potentially thinking to become involved in the deal. |
The Motley Fool December 12, 2007 David Lee Smith |
Satisfying the World's Bottomless Pit The quest for Rio Tinto becomes more and more intriguing by the day, and illustrates the world's voracious appetite for their resources. |
The Motley Fool March 24, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Will the Chinese Rope in Rio Tinto? Steelmaker Rio Tinto may end up under Eastern ownership. |
The Motley Fool June 30, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Big Mining Doesn't Stand Still It now appears that there might be another potential player beginning to circle Rio Tinto. Rumor has it that ArcelorMittal has its eye on it. |
The Motley Fool July 26, 2007 David Lee Smith |
My, Freeport, How You've Grown Freeport McMoRan's purchase of bigger Phelps Dodge has made for some big, big numbers. |
The Motley Fool February 13, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson |
A Caning From Alcan Persistent enthusiasm for aluminum has Alcan and Alcoa shares trading much higher. |
The Motley Fool August 24, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson |
BHP Billiton's Commodity Buffet Is it too late to make a play on the bull run in commodities? BHP Billiton is a highly diversified player -- as are rivals Rio Tinto and Anglo American -- and it's a somewhat safer option for investors who may not want to place all their money on largely single-market bets like CVRD, Inco, or Phelps Dodge. |
The Motley Fool October 3, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Inching Toward That Massive Mining Marriage BHP appears to be slowly approaching its courtship with Rio Tinto. |
The Motley Fool August 3, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson |
Profits Flow to Rio Tinto Strength in worldwide commodities means strength for this metals, minerals, and energy provider. And Rio Tinto pays a respectable dividend and has been quite willing to spend capital on significant share buybacks as well. |
The Motley Fool November 25, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Has BHP Billiton Cut Bait for Good? Following a protracted effort, BHP Billiton has ended its pursuit of Rio Tinto. |
The Motley Fool September 13, 2007 David Lee Smith |
Who Will Feed the Chinese Monster? China and the developing world need lots of what the big mining companies such as Alcan, Rio Tinto, Billiton, and others can give them. Investors should take note. |
The Motley Fool June 11, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Another Major Mining Marriage? Brazil's iron ore and nickel force, Vale, is raising money and is going shopping. |
The Motley Fool July 17, 2007 David Lee Smith |
Has the Hunter Become the Hunted? With Alcan and giant Anglo-Australian miner Rio Tinto combining, maybe Alcoa and giant BHP Billiton could similarly become betrothed. Investors, take note. |
The Motley Fool June 5, 2009 David Lee Smith |
Rio Tinto Spurns Chinalco for BHP After a failed first effort, BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto team up. |
The Motley Fool April 9, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Are the Chinese Metaling? With their position in Rio Tinto, the Chinese may now be eyeing BHP Billiton. |
The Motley Fool August 10, 2009 David Lee Smith |
Chinese Spying Allegations Don't Add Up Rio Tinto's accused of a 6-year Chinese spying caper. |
The Motley Fool May 9, 2007 David Lee Smith |
The Mother of All Mergers? Rumors describe a gargantuan alliance between Australian mining and energy giant BHP Billiton and London-based Rio Tinto. Investors, take note. |
The Motley Fool December 1, 2009 David Lee Smith |
BHP's Future in Iron Ore Is Looking Ironclad The biggest of the miners could add nicely to your portfolio. |
The Motley Fool August 26, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson |
Hot Iron, Warm Hearts CVRD seems to think that the market for iron is still on the upswing. |
The Motley Fool August 27, 2008 Todd Wenning |
Mining's Massive Margins Will commodity prices and merger activity continue to drive growth in the mining sector? |
The Motley Fool July 11, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson |
Investors Crumple Alcoa Shares fall at America's largest aluminum producer on a minor top-line miss and worries about a slowdown. |
The Motley Fool April 28, 2008 David Lee Smith |
No Vale of Tears Here Despite an earnings dip, there's a lot to like about Vale. |
The Motley Fool August 12, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson |
Don't Blame It on Rio In a volatile environment, Companhia Vale do Rio Doce (CVRD) continues to profit from iron ore. The stock is not as cheap as it has been, but it doesn't really look overpriced just yet. |
The Motley Fool May 27, 2009 David Lee Smith |
Rio Tinto Cuts a Cheap Deal Industry giants like Rio Tinto are negotiating iron ore prices right now. |
The Motley Fool August 18, 2009 David Lee Smith |
China's Weak Iron Gambit The big Chinese steelmakers have cut an iron ore deal, but it won't help much. |
The Motley Fool November 27, 2007 David Lee Smith |
An End to Freeport's Free Fall? Will short-term trends give way to long-term price appreciation for copper and Freeport McMoRan? |
The Motley Fool June 10, 2009 David Lee Smith |
There's Good Money in Metals The metals markets have come alive of late. And while the sector's future is often difficult to predict, there may be money to be made in them there mines and mills. |
The Motley Fool July 12, 2007 David Lee Smith |
Her Name Is Rio and She Dances With Alcan Alcoa's offer for Canadian rival Alcan is trumped by white knight Rio Tinto. Savvy investors should monitor the mining industry closely. Perhaps the biggest deals in the metals race are yet to surface. |
The Motley Fool July 25, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson |
Freeport-McMoRan's Risky Business One mine, two commodities, and a spike in prices. How will this end up? Investors, be sure to do some careful due diligence before diving in. |
The Motley Fool June 3, 2009 David Lee Smith |
Rio Tinto's Continuing Chinese Challenges As it tries to work out ore pricing, Rio Tinto may lose refinery expansion help. |
The Motley Fool September 7, 2007 David Lee Smith |
Sexy Name, Muscular Company With the way clear for Anglo-Australian mining giant Rio Tinto to buy Canadian company Alcan, the combined company stands to become the world's largest producer of aluminum and bauxite. Investors, this may be an opportunity for you. |
The Motley Fool October 17, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson |
Minds on the Mines Can the good times last for mining equipment makers? Investors, the volatility here seems like more trouble than its worth. |
The Motley Fool November 9, 2007 David Lee Smith |
The Mother of all Mergers, Part 2? Long in the rumor mill, a big BHP Billiton - Rio Tinto merger is finally looking like a real possibility. |
The Motley Fool February 16, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson |
Cleveland-Cliffs Diving Investors in the leading North American iron producer bail out in the wake of lower-than-expected earnings. |
The Motley Fool June 22, 2009 David Lee Smith |
Big Miners Get Support for Joint Venture Rio Tinto completes a wild and wacky week. |
The Motley Fool June 2, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Rio Tinto Struts Its Stuff The iron-ore miner outlined its goals as it works to stiff-arm BHP Billiton. |
The Motley Fool June 22, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson |
Has China Caused a Metal Meltdown? Supply outgrows demand, prices plummet, and iron and steel stocks struggle. |
The Motley Fool August 6, 2010 David Lee Smith |
Don't Miss Your Chance With Rio Tinto The company has ridden higher prices, chopped its debt, and become a name you shouldn't ignore. |
The Motley Fool October 11, 2010 David Lee Smith |
BHP's Opportunities Should Grab Foolish Attention With its pair of big deals in the works, don't ignore the activity at BHP. |
The Motley Fool April 16, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Should We Back Off Freeport? Freeport-McMoRan's share price has run up about 29% since late March. Looking ahead to a company's approaching earnings report, is it time to buy, sell, or waffle? |
The Motley Fool February 14, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Is Rio Tinto Playing the Rabbit? Beyond improvement in its biannual results, a more intriguing Rio Tinto story develops. |
The Motley Fool May 19, 2008 David Lee Smith |
Is China Playing Mine Games? After tying into a stake in metals and mining giant Rio Tinto, Chinese interests might now be focusing on BHP Billiton. |