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Rio Tinto Group shareholders saw a 22.8% return last year, including dividends, after analysts debated its aging Pilbara assets and future growth. The article suggests that long‑term demand for critical minerals may justify the investment.

A Federal Court ruling lets class actions for sexual harassment and discrimination at Rio Tinto’s Australian sites proceed as collective claims. The decision focuses on workplace culture and governance failures at remote mining operations.

Rio Tinto announced a US$1.9 billion investment in the Kangwinan bauxite project, reshaping its Weipa Operations outlook. Despite the announcement, the share price has fallen 13.45% over 30 days and 9.29% over 90 days.

Rio Tinto’s shares have risen 92.9% over five years, but recent price pullbacks raise questions about the durability of its cash flows. The planned US$1.9 billion investment in Kangwinan is highlighted as a key factor.

Rio Tinto will spend $1.9 bn to add 20 mtpa of bauxite capacity at its Weipa site, using existing infrastructure.

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will announce a Strategic Response Fund investment in Rio Tinto Alcan and Aluminerie Alouette to support low-carbon aluminum production.

Rio Tinto will invest $1.9 bn to develop the Kangwinan bauxite project in Queensland, extending the life of its Weipa operations.

Rio Tinto commits $1.9 bn to expand bauxite production in Queensland, adding 20 million tonnes per year and extending the life of its Weipa operations.