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Mining firms Rio Tinto and Glencore restart $260bn merger talks

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Mark SweneyJanuary 9, 2026 at 09:09 AM
Mining firms Rio Tinto and Glencore restart $260bn merger talks
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Rio Tinto and Glencore have restarted merger discussions to potentially create the world's largest mining company, valued at over $260 billion. The preliminary talks involve a possible acquisition of Glencore by Rio Tinto through an all-share merger. The renewed discussions follow a previous failed attempt in 2024 and recent consolidation in the mining sector, including the Anglo American and Teck merger. A combined entity would be a leader in iron ore and transition metals like copper, cobalt, and lithium, crucial for technology production. While both companies have confirmed the discussions, there is no guarantee an offer will be made.

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Key Player Opposition Context
London 30% Derren Nathan 40% Gary Nagle 40% Hargreaves Lansdown 40% BHP Group 50% Teck ×260% Anglo American ×260% Rio Tinto ×790% Glencore ×890%

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merger 100% mining 90% rio tinto 80% glencore 80% mining company 70% copper 60% acquisition 50% natural resources 50% industrial metals 40%

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London

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