The Vanguard Group Updates Stake in Rio Tinto

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its position in Rio Tinto plc and Rio Tinto Limited under Form 8.3. This form, dated January 30, 2026, reveals that Vanguard holds significant interests in these companies. Vanguard owns 4.45% of Rio Tinto plc, amounting to 55,874,541 ordinary shares. Additionally, it controls 6.81% of Rio Tinto Limited, equivalent to 25,295,511 ordinary shares.

The disclosure includes various transactions by Vanguard. Recently, it purchased and sold several Rio Tinto securities. Purchases included 29,444 shares of Rio Tinto plc at 66.67 GBP, among others. Similarly, purchases of Rio Tinto Limited shares were made, such as 7,206 shares at 149.62 AUD. A sale of 433 shares at 151.55 AUD was also reported.

These transactions indicate Vanguard's strategic positioning in the diversified mining company, improving its global portfolio spread.