Fortescue Ltd. - S&P Global Ratings’ Credit Research

Fortescue Ltd.

Fortescue Ltd. - S&P Global Ratings’ Credit Research
Fortescue Ltd.
Published Nov 19, 2024
17 pages (6395 words) — Published Nov 19, 2024
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Abstract:

Overview Key strengths Key risks Fourth-largest iron ore producer globally with assets in the low-risk jurisdiction of Australia. Potential material funding requirements for the renewable business, Fortescue Energy coupled with, the ambitious decarbonization capital expenditure (capex) program. Low C1 cash cost profile and long reserve life, complemented by well-developed rail and port infrastructure. Single commodity producer with earnings sensitive to iron ore prices and almost exclusive reliance on Chinese demand. Strong balance sheet and robust cash flow support financial flexibility as group undertakes decarbonization and invests in Fortescue Energy. Weakest EBITDA margins among the Big Four producers, reflecting a generally lower-quality product. We project iron ore prices will trend down to US$100 per metric ton (mt) in 2025 and US$90

  
Brief Excerpt:

...Fortescue Ltd. has a strong balance sheet and strong cash flow to manage iron ore price volatility and fund ambitious capital expenditure (capex). We project iron ore prices will trend down to US$100 per metric ton (mt) in 2025 and US$90 per mt in 2026, from about US$110 currently. The downtrend primarily reflects weaker Chinese demand and some supply increase by the major producers....

  
Report Type:

Full Report

Ticker
FMG@AU
Issuer
GICS
Steel (15104050)
Sector
Global Issuers
Country
Region
Pacific
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S&P Global Ratings’ Credit Research. "Fortescue Ltd." Nov 19, 2024. Alacra Store. May 08, 2025. <http://www.alacrastore.com/s-and-p-credit-research/Fortescue-Ltd-3286994>
  
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S&P Global Ratings’ Credit Research. (). Fortescue Ltd. Nov 19, 2024. New York, NY: Alacra Store. Retrieved May 08, 2025 from <http://www.alacrastore.com/s-and-p-credit-research/Fortescue-Ltd-3286994>
  
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