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The Vale S.A. (VALE) SEC filings page provides access to the company’s official disclosures as a foreign private issuer listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Vale files annual reports on Form 20‑F and frequent current reports on Form 6‑K, which together describe its iron ore, base metals and logistics businesses, governance structure, risk management framework and capital structure.
Form 20‑F annual reports contain detailed information on Vale’s business segments, including Iron Ore Solutions and Vale Base Metals, mineral reserves and resources, risk factors, sustainability and dam management practices, and financial statements prepared in accordance with applicable standards. These documents are central for understanding how Vale presents its global mining and logistics operations, environmental and social responsibilities, and exposure to commodity and regulatory risks.
Form 6‑K current reports capture material updates between annual filings. Recent 6‑Ks include press releases about payments of interest and principal on debentures, notices of relevant changes in institutional shareholdings, schedules for quarterly production, sales and financial performance reports, and approvals or updates to corporate policies on topics such as risk management, group business and entity management, and water and water resources. Some 6‑Ks also reproduce internal corporate policies that explain how Vale classifies subsidiaries, manages joint ventures, and organizes its integrated risk governance.
For investors monitoring capital allocation and shareholder returns, filings may disclose share repurchase activity by Vale and its affiliates, as well as information on outstanding American Depositary Shares and common shares. They also provide context on how Vale manages business risks, including safety, environmental, operational and financial risks, through its Integrated Risk Map, Risk Appetite methodology and Lines of Defense model.
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Vale S.A. filed a report from its Sustainability Committee describing its work in 2025 and priorities for 2026. The Committee, focused on social, environmental and climate issues, is composed of five members chaired by Rachel Oliveira Maia, with one member serving until February 2026.
In 2025 the Committee held 12 meetings totaling 39 hours, with 79% attendance from May to December, covering 118 agenda items. It oversaw sustainability initiatives, including decarbonization and climate change commitments, forest recovery and protection, anti-poverty actions, and the socio-environmental recovery plan for Brumadinho.
The Committee monitored Vale’s participation in COP30 and NY Climate Week, reviewed the 2024 Integrated Report guidelines, climate change policy updates, and external socio-environmental spending and budget for 2026. It plans to keep embedding social, environmental and climate principles across the business in 2026, and considers its 2025 work successful.
Vale S.A. filed a report from its People and Remuneration Committee describing activities in 2025 and priorities for 2026. The committee, composed entirely of directors, met 22 times in 2025 with an average 99% attendance and covered 133 agenda items.
Its work focused on senior leadership succession, including executive vice presidencies for Legal, Sustainability and People, as well as organizational design, people strategy, performance assessment and executive remuneration. The committee also oversaw cultural initiatives, diversity, equity and inclusion programs, and a new well-being program for employees.
For 2026, the committee plans to deepen succession planning, evolve performance and accountability models and strengthen technical career development, while continuing to monitor strategic people indicators and executive pay structures.
Vale S.A. filed a Form 6-K presenting the 2025 annual report of its Audit and Risk Committee. The committee, made up entirely of independent directors and supported by external experts, met 11 times, focusing on financial reporting quality, risk management, compliance, and internal and independent audit oversight.
The report states that internal controls information was satisfactory, no conflicts over accounting principles were identified, and the committee saw no issues affecting PwC’s independence. Based on its review, the committee unanimously recommends that the Board of Directors take a favorable view of Vale’s 2025 annual financial statements.
Vale S.A. filed a Form 6-K presenting its Nomination and Governance Committee Report for 2025, highlighting governance activities and priorities. The Committee oversaw the nomination of Board members for the 2025–2027 term, reviewed key corporate policies, and worked to refine Board and committee dynamics and information flow.
In 2025 the Committee held 15 meetings with 100% member attendance, covering all topics in its annual work plan and 88 additional demands, including governance of Vale Base Metals and Samarco, climate and cybersecurity policies, and Board training and technical visits. For 2026, it plans to deepen governance integration across entities and start the nomination process for the 2027–2029 Board term.
Vale S.A. filed a Form 6-K featuring its Capital Allocation and Projects Committee report for 2025. The Committee, created in December 2022, advises the Board on long-term capital allocation, financial management and project portfolio strategy.
In 2025 the Committee held 14 meetings totaling 50 hours, covering 128 agendas, with 100% attendance from May to December and full execution of its annual work plan. Activities included monitoring Vale’s budget and cash generation, overseeing major iron ore, base metals and dam-decharacterization projects, and reviewing exploration, circular mining and innovation initiatives.
The Committee also evaluated portfolio diversification, shareholder return guidelines, Samarco’s performance, mine shutdown situations, and the 2026 budget proposal. For 2026 it plans to keep focusing on capital allocation, project portfolio alignment, pricing discussions and strategic differentiation for Vale.
Vale S.A. provides a detailed overview of its Board of Directors’ activity in 2025 and priorities for the 2025–2027 term. The Board has 13 members, including 8 independent directors, and held 22 meetings in 2025 with a 99% average attendance rate.
Meetings focused on safety culture, strategic positioning of the iron ore and base metals businesses, succession for key executive roles, and renewal of the Board’s own composition. The Board revised critical corporate policies, monitored global risk maps, and oversaw obligations related to the Brumadinho and Mariana renegotiation agreements.
For 2026, the approved work plan emphasizes safety as a fundamental pillar, global iron ore production, leading steel-industry decarbonization, ESG, reputation and communication, people development, liability management, licensing and projects, while continuing to guide the company’s strategic direction and business performance.
Vale S.A. outlines proposals for its 2026 Annual and Extraordinary General Meetings and reviews 2025 performance. Shareholders will vote on approval of the 2025 financial statements, profit allocation, 2026 management and Fiscal Council compensation, Fiscal Council elections, and several bylaw changes. The Extraordinary agenda includes merging wholly owned subsidiaries Baovale and CDA into Vale without issuing new shares, cancelling 99,847,816 common shares so capital shares total 4,439,159,764 (4,439,159,752 common), and increasing share capital by BRL 500,000,000.00 to BRL 77,800,000,000.00 via capitalization of an income tax incentive reserve. In 2025 Vale generated BRL 213.6 billion of net operating revenue, BRL 85.9 billion of adjusted EBITDA and BRL 13.8 billion of net income attributable to shareholders, with BRL 48.8 billion of net operating cash and BRL 41.6 billion in cash and short-term investments. Iron ore production reached 336 Mt, copper 382 kt and nickel 177 kt, all with year-on-year growth in copper and nickel. The company highlights ESG progress, including 100% renewable electricity in Brazil, 63% completion of its upstream dam decharacterization program, a 55% reduction in total recordable injury frequency versus 2019, and full implementation of the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management. Reparations advanced, with BRL 34.9 billion disbursed under the Brumadinho agreement (81% of commitments) and BRL 73.1 billion disbursed under the Mariana definitive agreement. Vale also reinforces climate targets to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 33% by 2030, pursue net zero in these scopes by 2050 and reduce net Scope 3 emissions by 15% by 2035.
Vale S.A. disclosed that its Fiscal Council has reviewed and supports a proposal to cancel 99,847,816 common shares held in treasury, equal to 36.9% of Vale’s treasury shares on February 19, 2026, without reducing capital stock.
After this proposed cancellation, Vale’s capital stock will be divided into 4,439,159,752 common shares and 12 special class preferred shares, all without par value. The change will require an amendment to Article 5 of the company’s bylaws at the next General Meeting, where the proposal is scheduled to be considered.
Vale S.A. is calling its 2026 Annual and Extraordinary General Meetings for April 30, 2026, to be held exclusively online via Zoom. Shareholders will vote on the 2025 financial statements, profit allocation, 2026 compensation for management and Fiscal Council, and election of Fiscal Council members.
The Extraordinary Meeting will address ratifying a Board member, approving the merger of wholly owned subsidiaries Baovale Mineração S.A. and CDA Logística S.A. into Vale without issuing new shares, and updating the Bylaws to reflect 4,439,159,764 capital shares and 4,439,159,752 common shares after the cancellation of 99,847,816 common shares. It will also vote on increasing share capital by BRL 500,000,000.00 to BRL 77,800,000,000.00 via capitalization of an Income Tax Incentive Reserve, without issuing new shares.
Shareholders may vote by remote ballot or by virtual participation through a dedicated digital platform, subject to accreditation and document requirements. Holders of ADRs in Vale will be represented exclusively by JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., with voting instructions collected via proxy cards under the deposit agreement.