Gate News message, April 17 — Vale released its first-quarter 2026 production and sales report on April 17. Iron ore production totaled 69.7 million tonnes, representing a 3% increase year-over-year (up 2 million tonnes). Iron ore sales reached 68.7 million tonnes, up 4% compared to the same period last year (up 2.6 million tonnes).
Copper production in Q1 2026 totaled 102,300 tonnes, up 13% year-over-year (up 11,400 tonnes). Nickel production reached 49,300 tonnes, increasing 12% year-over-year (up 5,400 tonnes).
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