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acquisitionAnnounced · Jan 9, 2026MiningSource · Unverified ReportsArticle · Factual
Rio Tinto acquires Glencore
David Najork · Founding Software Engineer
Announced · Updated · 1 min read
Deal value
$260B
Target
Glencore
OTC: GLCNF · Baar, Zug
Acquirer
Rio Tinto
Merger
Status
Pending
Rio Tinto agreed to acquire Glencore. Reported deal value: $260B. Status: Pending. Sector: Mining. Target headquarters context: Baar, Zug, Switzerland.
This page summarizes publicly available information about the transaction as of 2026-01-09. Figures and status may change as filings and press coverage update.
Article Rio Tinto Bold Bid to Acquire Glencore : A Potential $ 200 Billion Mining Powerhouse Rio Tinto potential acquisition of Glencore could create the world largest mining company, valued at over $ 200 billion
Deal timeline
Announced
Jan 9, 2026 · devdiscourse.com
Additional milestones (proxy, vote, close) appear as filings and press updates are indexed.
Sector context
This transaction is classified in Mining with a reported deal value of $260B. Figures and status may change as sources update.
Sources: devdiscourse.com · Primary article · FireStrike proprietary index