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Anglo American Divests US$1.1 Billion Stake in Australian Coal Joint Venture
Anglo American continues to streamline its portfolio, shifting toward its copper, iron ore and crop nutrients assets.
Anglo American (LSE:AAL,OTCQX:AAUKF) announced a deal to sell its 33.3 percent stake in a joint venture that owns the Jellinbah East and Lake Vermont coal mines in Queensland, Australia, for approximately US$ 1.1 billion.
The stake will be acquired by Zashvin, an Australian electric power generation company that already holds a one-third interest in Jellinbah Group, which in turn operates the two metallurgical coal mines.
Japanese trading giant Marubeni (TSE:8002) also holds a third of the venture.
This sale is expected to be completed by the second quarter of 2025, pending regulatory approvals, marking the latest in a series of divestments by the London-listed mining company as it refocuses on its core assets.
CEO Duncan Wanblad, who took the helm in 2023, has been vocal about Anglo’s commitment to repositioning the business as a major player in metals and minerals key for energy transition, such as copper and iron ore.
The company has been assessing options for other parts of its portfolio as well, including its diamond, nickel and platinum units, as it moves toward its goal of becoming a more focused, resilient company.
“We are making excellent progress with our simplification of Anglo American to create an exciting and differentiated investment proposition focused on our world-class copper, premium iron ore and crop nutrients assets — all future-enabling products,” Wanblad said in Anglo’s press release on Monday (November 4).
Anglo’s planned exit from metallurgical coal, combined with a sharpened focus on copper, is expected to reduce its carbon footprint and align with global shifts toward lower-emission resources.
The sale comes at a time of heightened speculation over Anglo's future, following its successful defense against a takeover attempt by the world's largest miner, BHP (ASX:BHP,LSE:BHP,NYSE:BHP), earlier this year.
BHP’s US$49 billion approach was rebuffed by Anglo’s board and shareholders in May. BHP was reportedly interested in Anglo’s portfolio of critical minerals, particularly copper, which is seeing increased demand due to the energy transition.
Speaking at the company’s annual meeting in October, BHP CEO Mike Henry suggested that the firm has moved on from its pursuit of Anglo, expressing respect for Anglo’s plans and commitment to its own growth strategy.
However, BHP later clarified Henry’s remarks in a statement, with the company indicating that it may still consider another bid for Anglo after a six month moratorium on acquisition attempts expires on November 29. According to UK takeover regulations, BHP will be permitted to make a renewed offer at that time, should it decide to proceed.
Anglo has steadily advanced its restructuring efforts in other regions as well. In South Africa, it recently reduced its stake in Anglo American Platinum (OTC Pink:AGPPF,JSE:AMS) and is exploring options for its De Beers diamond business.
Anglo’s goal, as outlined by Wanblad at a Johannesburg mining conference in October, is to position itself as a strong, standalone company. He emphasize that a takeover of the firm won't be "inevitable," and reiterated that its restructuring efforts are designed to boost shareholder value and create resilience against potential acquisition bids by competitors.
Anglo American’s refocus on copper has already translated into growth plans in South America, where it aims to significantly expand production by 2030 through its operations in Chile and Peru. Currently, the company aims to achieve a copper output target of approximately 1 million metric tons per year by the end of the decade.
Shares of Anglo experienced a modest uptick following news of the divestment.
As it steps back from coal, Anglo’s remaining assets are projected to align with the demands of a global economy increasingly driven by sustainable energy solutions.
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Securities Disclosure: I, Giann Liguid, hold no direct investment interest in any company mentioned in this article.
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Giann Liguid is a graduate of Ateneo De Manila University with an AB in Interdisciplinary Studies. With a diverse writing background, Giann has written content for the security, food and business industries. He also has expertise in both the public and private sectors, having worked in the government specializing in local government units and administrative dynamics. When he is not chasing the next market headline, Giann can most likely be found thrift shopping for his dogs.
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