Rio Tinto Group
RIO
Rank in Stocks
#144
Rio Tinto Group is a global enterprise dedicated to the exploration,... Rio Tinto Group is a global enterprise dedicated to the exploration, extraction, and processing of a wide array of mineral resources. Its extensive product portfolio features metals such as aluminum, copper, and iron ore; precious commodities like diamonds and gold; and industrial minerals including borates, titanium dioxide, salt, and lithium. The company's operations encompass owning and managing diverse assets, from both open-pit and underground mines to processing facilities like mills, refineries, and smelters, as well as power stations and various research and support centers. Founded in 1873, its headquarters are situated in London, United Kingdom.
Share Price
$86.24
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$140.26B
Change (1 day)
2.76%
Change (1 year)
21.05%
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Operating Margin for Rio Tinto Group (RIO)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 27.32%
According to Rio Tinto Group's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 27.32%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 26.25%.
Operating Margin history for Rio Tinto Group from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 27.32% | 4.08% |
| 2025 | 26.25% | -10.01% |
| 2024 | 29.17% | 6.34% |
| 2023 | 27.43% | -23.55% |
| 2022 | 35.88% | -23.59% |
| 2021 | 46.96% | 24.50% |
| 2020 | 37.72% | 2.39% |
| 2019 | 36.84% | -15.60% |
| 2018 | 43.65% | 23.62% |
| 2017 | 35.31% | 75.58% |
| 2016 | 20.11% | 93.74% |
| 2015 | 10.38% | -56.39% |
| 2014 | 23.80% | 63.91% |
| 2013 | 14.52% | -742.48% |
| 2012 | -2.26% | -109.81% |
| 2011 | 23.03% | -33.84% |
| 2010 | 34.81% | 101.33% |
| 2009 | 17.29% | -7.98% |
| 2008 | 18.79% | -34.89% |
| 2007 | 28.86% | -27.76% |
| 2006 | 39.95% | 9.84% |
| 2005 | 36.37% | 41.63% |
| 2004 | 25.68% | 58.42% |
| 2003 | 16.21% | 64.74% |
| 2002 | 9.84% | -46.70% |
| 2001 | 18.46% | -31.60% |
| 2000 | 26.99% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40.13% | -98.53% |
AU
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| 53.07% | -98.06% |
MX
|
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| 2.45% | -99.91% |
CH
|
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| 24.42% | -99.11% |
SA
|
|
| 23.20% | -99.15% |
GB
|
What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Rio Tinto Group's operating margin
What is Rio Tinto Group's operating margin?
Rio Tinto Group's operating margin is 27.32%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Rio Tinto Group's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Rio Tinto Group's operating margin was 26.25%, compared with 29.17% in 2024.
How has Rio Tinto Group's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Rio Tinto Group's operating margin was highest in 2021 (46.96%) and lowest in 2025 (26.25%).
How does Rio Tinto Group's operating margin compare with similar companies?
Rio Tinto Group's operating margin (27.32%) is higher than that of 3 of the 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Grupo México, S.A.B. de C.V., with 53.07%.