CHALCO Invests Over RMB4.2 Billion in Partnership with Rio Tinto to Acquire Stake in Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio S.A.
Acquisition Announcement: CHALCO, in partnership with Rio Tinto, will acquire 446 million shares (68.6% of total) in Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio S.A. from Votorantim S.A. for approximately BRL4.689 billion (around RMB6.286 billion).
Joint Venture Structure: The joint venture will be structured with CHALCO's subsidiary holding 67% and Rio Tinto 33%, with CHALCO contributing about RMB4.211 billion and Rio Tinto contributing RMB2.074 billion.
Financial Consolidation: Upon completion of the acquisition, both the joint venture and Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio S.A. will become subsidiaries of CHALCO, and their financial results will be consolidated into CHALCO's accounts.
Market Activity: CHALCO's stock showed a slight increase of 0.399%, with short selling amounting to $188.04 million and a ratio of 11.669%.
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Joint Venture Acquisition: CHALCO plans to establish a joint venture to acquire 446 million shares in Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio S.A. from Votorantim S.A. for approximately RMB6.286 billion, with a mandatory tender offer for remaining shares to follow.
Production Capacity Growth: The acquisition is expected to increase CHALCO's annual aluminum production capacity by 430,000 tons, leading to an output growth of about 6%, reinforcing its position as a top pick in the sector according to Citi Research.

CHALCO's Joint Venture Acquisition: CHALCO will acquire a 67% stake in a joint venture with Rio Tinto for approximately RMB6.39 billion, with CHALCO's share being around RMB4.2 billion.
Positive Outlook from Morgan Stanley: Morgan Stanley views the acquisition as a growth opportunity for CHALCO in overseas green aluminum capacity, expecting aluminum prices to remain high and profit potential to increase.
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Acquisition Announcement: CHALCO, in partnership with Rio Tinto, will acquire 446 million shares (68.6% of total) in Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio S.A. from Votorantim S.A. for approximately BRL4.689 billion (around RMB6.286 billion).
Joint Venture Structure: The joint venture will be structured with CHALCO's subsidiary holding 67% and Rio Tinto 33%, with CHALCO contributing about RMB4.211 billion and Rio Tinto contributing RMB2.074 billion.
Financial Consolidation: Upon completion of the acquisition, both the joint venture and Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio S.A. will become subsidiaries of CHALCO, and their financial results will be consolidated into CHALCO's accounts.
Market Activity: CHALCO's stock showed a slight increase of 0.399%, with short selling amounting to $188.04 million and a ratio of 11.669%.

China's GDP Growth: China's GDP for 2025 achieved a 5% year-on-year increase, supported by a consumption stimulus from the trade-in policy, as reported by JPMorgan.
Future Trade-in Policy: JPMorgan expects the trade-in subsidy policy to continue into 2026, with a focus on targeted and efficient incentives that will still bolster overall commodity demand.
Investment Recommendations: JPMorgan recommends investors to buy shares in ZIJIN MINING, CHALCO, and CHINAHONGQIAO, while suggesting caution with CMOC due to convertible bond issuance.
Sector Preferences: BOCI forecasts a preference for gold and copper in China's basic materials sector for 2026, predicting it will outperform the MSCI China Index.

Investment Criteria: CICC's report advises investors to focus on aluminum stocks with overseas expansion capabilities and strong growth potential.
Recommended Stocks: Key stocks highlighted include NANSHAN AL INTL, CHINAHONGQIAO, CHALCO, TIANSHAN ALUMINUM, and HUATONG WIRES AND CABLES, with varying short selling ratios.
Aluminum Price Outlook: Citi has raised its three-month aluminum price target to USD 3,400 per ton, anticipating continued price increases due to a widening supply-demand gap.
Profit Expectations: As aluminum prices rise and costs remain low, the profit per ton of aluminum is expected to increase further.






