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US economy added fewer jobs than forecast in December, but January interest rate cut very unlikely – as it happened

Economists say fall in US unemployment rate last month means Federal Reserve likely to leave borrowing costs unchanged at this month’s meeting

The Guardian - UK

FTSE 100 Live 09 January: Glencore surges on Rio Tinto talks, Sainsbury’s under pressure

FTSE 100-listed Rio Tinto and Glencore are at the centre of MA speculation after they confirmed talks over a plan to create the world’s largest mining company.

Evening Standard

Mega miner merger would knock BHP off world No.1 perch

One of Australia's biggest commodity companies is considering a $300 billion takeover pitch to form the world's largest mining group.

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FTSE 100 buoyed by gains for mining stocks

The FTSE 100 Index closed up 74.18 points at 9,940.71

Evening Standard

How private investors are making billions from countries in debt

IN DEPTH: Exclusive: As an escalating climate crisis and a difficult economic outlook put ever greater pressure on developing countries, new analysis shows how wealthy private investors in the Global North are profiting

The Independent UK

Buoyant miners fail to fire lacklustre FTSE 100

Miners led the way in London on rising metals prices, with copper showing particular strength.

Evening Standard

Anglo shareholders have many reasons to doubt $50 billion Teck mega-merger

New firm Anglo Teck would be headquartered in Vancouver in a further blow to the UK mining sector

Evening Standard

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Copper Under Pressure As Codelco Cuts Guidance, Glencore Faces Mounting Costs

The global copper market is digesting the latest risks, as multi-dimensional challenges emerge in key jurisdictions. Codelco, the world’s largest copper producer, has lowered its 2025 output forecast to a range of 1.31 to 1.32 million metric tons, down from its previous estimate of 1.34 to 1.37 million tons.

Benzinga

US Cancels $500 Million Cobalt Tender, Bessent Points To More Equity Stakes

The US has canceled a $500 million tender to purchase cobalt. The decision came after multiple extensions, less than two months after launching the initiative.

Benzinga

Miners prosper as FTSE 100 makes steady progress

On the FTSE 100, gold miners Fresnillo and Endeavour Mining leapt 9.1% and 11% respectively.

Evening Standard

If government bailouts of companies are the new normal, we need a better strategic vision

The federal government’s announcement of a A$600 million rescue package for Glencore’s copper smelting and refining operations in Mount Isa and Townsville marks a definitive shift in Australia’s industry policy.

The Conversation

Hands out for handouts: bailouts loom for more smelters

More taxpayer bailouts could be on the horizon for ailing facilities after a $600 million lifeline to one mining giant.

AAP

'Back them': PM's blunt message after smelter bailout

Mining giant Glencore has been urged to invest in a struggling community after a $600 million taxpayer-funded bailout to secure hundreds of jobs at a smelter.

AAP

Copper and oil gains aid FTSE 100 after lacklustre opening

The FTSE 100 index closed up 27.11 points.

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The Independent UK

FTSE 100 up as Anglo American strikes Teck deal

The FTSE 100 index closed up 21.09 points, or 0.2%, at 9,242.53.

Euronews

Anglo American stock rises 9% after merger deal with Teck Resources

The tie-up is set to be the biggest mining sector merger in over a decade.

The Conversation

Taxpayer bailouts are common, yet rarely make economic sense. Here’s how to strike a better balance

Most market economists oppose the idea of large corporate bailouts, where taxpayer funds are used to provide failing companies with financial assistance.

The Guardian - UK

Loan ‘irregularities’ led to collapse of Prax Lindsey oil refinery

Administrator was appointed after parent company State Oil given new information about £783m loan

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Evening Standard

FTSE eases on weak US data as Ukraine peace summit looms

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin will meet later in Alaska.

The Guardian - AU

Plan to extend Queensland coalmine would bulldoze ‘critical’ koala habitat

Glencore says it is working with state and federal governments to minimise the impact of flora and fauna in the 680ha area west of Mackay

AAP

Coal mine project threatens 'significant' koala habitat

A drone investigation by conservation groups and ecologists has found an important koala colony living in the path of a proposed coal mine expansion.

The Independent UK

Boost for London Stock Exchange as £35bn mining company U-turns on move to US

Glencore said earlier this year they were headed Stateside - but valuation concerns have prompted a rethink

Evening Standard

Glencore to stick with main listing in boost to London market

The Swiss mining giant also warned over job losses as it aims to cut costs by the end of 2026.

The Guardian - UK

Miner Glencore decides against moving stock market listing from London to US

Company, which has reported 37% drop in profits, says switch would not present value for shareholders

The Independent UK

Business news live: Novo Nordisk hit by slowing Ozempic sales, Tesla shareholders sue Musk over Robotaxi

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