Rio Tinto to Acquire Arcadium Lithium in $6.7 Billion Deal

Oct 10, 2024

Rio Tinto (NYSE: RIO) has announced a $6.7 billion all-cash deal to acquire Arcadium Lithium (ASX: LTM), offering a 90% premium on Arcadium’s October 4 closing price. Following the announcement, Arcadium Lithium's stock soared by 30%, closing at $8.23. This acquisition strengthens Rio Tinto’s position in the rapidly growing lithium market, driven by the increasing demand for electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy storage. The deal highlights Rio Tinto's strategic focus on expanding its footprint in critical minerals, as lithium plays a crucial role in the global energy transition. At the time of writing, the boards of both companies have approved the deal, marking a significant milestone in the mining industry.

 

 

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