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Glencore makes offer for Teck’s steelmaking coal business
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LONDON (Reuters) – Glencore on Monday offered to buy Teck Resources’ steelmaking coal
LONDON (Reuters) – Glencore on Monday offered to buy Teck Resources’ steelmaking coal business as a standalone unit, after its $22.5 billon offer to combine the two companies was twice rebuffed by the Canadian miner.
Teck Resources said on June 6 it had received several proposals for its steelmaking coal business.
Glencore, which mines and trades thermal coal, the fossil fuel used to produce electricity, said it would demerge the coal units of both companies.
Boss Gary Nagle in May said that buying Teck’s coal business as a standalone unit was a “distant second” for the Swiss mining company, as it still pursues its merger plans.
(Reporting by by Clara Denina and Eva Mathews; Editing by Dhanya Ann Thoppil, Kirsten Donovan)
Steelmaking coal, also known as coking coal, is a type of coal used primarily in the production of steel. It is essential for the steelmaking process as it provides the carbon necessary to convert iron ore into iron.
A merger is a business strategy where two companies combine to form a single entity. This can enhance market share, reduce competition, and create synergies that improve efficiency and profitability.
A standalone unit refers to a business or division that operates independently from the parent company. It can be sold or managed separately, allowing for focused strategies and operations.
Corporate strategy is a comprehensive plan that outlines how a company will achieve its goals and objectives. It includes decisions on resource allocation, market positioning, and competitive advantage.
A proposal in business is a formal document that outlines a plan or offer for a project, service, or product. It typically includes objectives, methods, timelines, and costs to persuade stakeholders.
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