Australia's South32 names Anglo American executive Matthew Daley to become CEO in 2026
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 12 2025
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Source: Reuters
New Leadership at South32: Matthew Daley has been appointed as the future CEO of South32, set to take over from Graham Kerr in 2026, while joining as deputy CEO early next year. Daley brings over 20 years of experience in the metals and mining industry, previously working with Anglo American and Glencore.
Focus on Copper Expansion: South32 aims to grow its presence in energy transition metals like copper, responding to investor criticism about its M&A strategy. The company is investing heavily in base metals, particularly in projects like Sierra Gorda in Chile and the Hermosa project in Arizona.
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Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
