Glencore and Rio Tinto Acknowledge Initial Merger Discussions
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 08 2026
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Source: Barron's
Merger Talks: Swiss mining company Glencore PLC and British miner Rio Tinto are in early discussions regarding a potential merger of their businesses.
All-Share Merger Possibility: The talks include the possibility of an all-share merger between the two companies.
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Emily J. Thompson
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.





