Orion Critical Mineral Consortium proposes to acquire a 40% stake in Glencore's (GLEN LN) DRC assets

The proposal from the Orion Critical Mineral Consortium to acquire a 40% stake in Glencore's DRC assets signals a strategic move into the critical minerals sector, particularly relevant given the growing demand for materials crucial for green technologies.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 3 Feb 2026, 15:22 UTCOn the live feed at 15:02 UTC — 5 more headlines followed before this page went public

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This deal could enhance Glencore's investment profile and operational focus, while potentially impacting its share price and market positioning within the diversified metals sector. Keep an eye on peer reactions, as this may influence M&A sentiment within the mining and materials space.

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