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S32
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GBX · LSE

South32 Ltd(S32) Stock Analysis | Basic Materials

GBX --+0.00%
Reward55Moderate
Risk26Low
75%Data
Strong 18% profit margin · 3.3% dividend yield
Defensive Anchor
Market Cap:12.40Bn
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Reward Rating
55
Moderate
Reward Assessment
75% data coverage
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Risk Rating
26
Low
Risk Assessment
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Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

What is South32 Ltd?

South32 Limited operates as a diversified metals and mining company.

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What is South32 Ltd?

South32 Limited operates as a diversified metals and mining company. The company operates through Worsley Alumina, Brazil Alumina, Brazil Aluminium, Hillside Aluminium, Mozal Aluminium, Sierra Gorda, Cannington, Hermosa, Australia Manganese, and South Africa Manganese segments. The company is listed on the LSE in UK, operating in the Basic Materials sector, with a market capitalisation of 12.40B, and a P/E ratio of 16.3x.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

Growth
Moderate growth momentum — positive trajectory without breakout acceleration.
Profitability
Adequate profitability with some margin variability in recent periods.
Risk
Below-average volatility supports a steadier risk profile.
Valuation
Valuation appears fair relative to current fundamentals.

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Reward: Moderate (55)

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Company Information
SectorBasic Materials
IndustryOther Industrial Metals & Mining
Market Cap12.40B
P/E Ratio16.2706
Dividend Yield3.34%
Beta0.702
Insider Activity
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