PT Vale Posts 85% Net Profit Increase in Q1 2026

PT Vale Indonesia Tbk has demonstrated a strong financial performance in the first quarter of 2026, achieving a significant 85% increase in net profit compared to the previous quarter. This robust outcome, reaching $43.6 million, was bolstered by favorable global nickel prices and the company's successful implementation of operational efficiencies.

Despite a planned reduction in nickel matte production, attributed to strategic maintenance activities including the reconstruction of Furnace 3, PT Vale managed to boost its revenue to $252.7 million. The average selling price of nickel matte rose to $14,213 per ton, contributing significantly to the company's earnings. Furthermore, the company's EBITDA saw a healthy 29% increase quarter-over-quarter.

PT Vale is actively pursuing business diversification, notably with the commencement of limonite ore sales from its Pomalaa block. This strategic move expands the company's commercial portfolio and enhances its long-term sustainability. The company also secured a $750 million Sustainability-Linked Loan, a first in Southeast Asia's mining sector, underscoring its commitment to sustainable practices. Looking ahead, PT Vale remains optimistic about continued growth, driven by the upward trend in global nickel prices and anticipated increases in production volume, which are expected to further improve margins and operational efficiency.

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Di saat yang sama, kami memperluas portofolio komersial melalui dimulainya penjualan limonit dari Pomalaa, yang memperkuat diversifikasi pendapatan dan keberlanjutan bisnis.