RIO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
RIO - Rio Tinto plc
$89.85
-0.69 (-0.76%)
▼
5d:
-3.99%
30d:
-9.3%
90d:
-8.56%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
15d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: RIO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: RIO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$120.44
Based on 3.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$74.78
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 11.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: RIO is currently trading at $89.85, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $91.89 to $102.67. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 10.2) compared to its historical average (11.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, RIO is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $98.43. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: RIO has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $104.36 (+16.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, RIO is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $98.43. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: RIO has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $104.36 (+16.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$91.89 -
$102.67
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($104.36)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$91.89 -
$102.67
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$98.43
Resistance Level
$112.21
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.17
Wall Street Target
$104.36
(+16.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
14.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-5.6%
Profit Margin
17.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.2 vs 11.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$86.44
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$83.15
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$79.99
(-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→11)
$89.63
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 3.3%)
$211.98
(+136%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.2, Growth: 3.3%)
$99.02
(+10%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.6, Growth: 3.3%)
$84.17
(-6%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.60 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.13
Bull Case
$141.82
(+57%)
Analyst growth 44.1%, PE expands to 16.1
Base Case
$128.93
(+42%)
Market implied 44.1%, PE stable at 14.6
Bear Case
$60.85
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 10.2 to 11.4
Stabilization Target:
$100.68
(+12.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+12.0%
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Last updated: July 13, 2026 5:53 PM ET
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