Vale S.A. Clarifies Terms of Debenture Buyback Offer

Vale S.A. has issued a clarification regarding a media article about its optional acquisition offer for the participating debentures of its 6th issuance. The company reiterates that the acquisition price is fixed at R$42.00 per debenture, representing a 15% premium over the closing price prior to the offer announcement. The offer, which is unique as it is the only voluntary tender offer made by the company since the debentures' issuance in 1997, remains open until October 31, 2025. Participation is optional, with no minimum or maximum quantity of debentures required. Vale commits to acquiring all debentures for which a valid intention to sell is expressed by the deadline.