A major new copper mining company is set to emerge as Anglo American and Teck announce a historic merger. The combined group, valued at more than US$50 billion, aims to complete the deal within 12 to 18 months, pending regulatory approval. The new company, named Anglo Teck, will be headquartered in Vancouver with a primary listing in London. It represents the largest merger in the mining sector in recent years. Copper demand has surged globally as countries shift to cleaner energy and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) fuels industrial growth. The metal is crucial for electric-vehicle batteries, wind turbines,…
