M&A & Consolidation: news and analysis

Copper • Aug 5, 2024

BHP and Lundin Mining’s $3 Billion Acquisition

Copper prices have been on an upward trajectory, nearing $10,000 per metric ton, driven by anticipated supply shortages and robust demand from sectors like EVs and…

Critical Minerals • Jul 29, 2024

Canadian Miners Navigate Uncertain Terrain

The stock market has been immediately impacted by the announcement of stricter M&A criteria. Several Canadian miners experienced notable drops in their share prices.

IPO & Equity Watch • Jul 25, 2024

Anglo American under close investor scrutiny

Investors in Anglo American (AAL.L) are eagerly awaiting CEO Duncan Wanblad's strategic update on Thursday, after the company's impressive defense against a $49 billion acquisition bid…

M&A & Consolidation • Jul 22, 2024

De Beers Prepares for Independence After Anglo

Industry analysts have pointed out that Anglo American's plan to sell its stake in De Beers has become more complex due to recent decisions to reduce…

Copper • Jul 15, 2024

Global Copper Demand Drives BHP’s Potential

BHP Group is exploring the possibility of partnering with Lundin Mining Corp to make a joint bid for Filo Corp, a mining company that specializes in…

Coal • Jul 12, 2024

Anglo American Hires Advisors for Major Coal Asset Sale

According to sources familiar with the matter, Anglo American PLC, has taken steps to sell its coal assets by enlisting the help of financial advisors. This…

Copper • Jul 11, 2024

Indonesian Tycoon Anthoni Salim Launches Major

Billionaire Anthoni Salim has made a bold move by launching a $265 million bid to acquire an Australian copper mine.

M&A & Consolidation • Jul 2, 2024

Komatsu Completes Strategic Acquisition of GHH

Komatsu Ltd. has finalized its acquisition of GHH Group GmbH, a prominent manufacturer of underground mining, tunneling, and special civil engineering equipment based in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.

Africa • Jun 14, 2024

Botswana Seeks to Increase Stake in De Beers

Botswana is actively negotiating to expand its ownership stake in De Beers, signalling a strategic move amidst Anglo-American's plans to sell its 85% share in the…