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China demands copper supply commitments for Anglo Teck merger approval, Reuters sources say
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Fusion42 · 2 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
China's antitrust regulator demands Anglo American commit to steady copper concentrate supply to China as a condition for approving its $54 billion merger with Teck Resources, reflecting China's critical need for copper feedstock amid shortages.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Industrial.
◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
You face a new gatekeeper in China for copper supply—getting your deal through now means agreeing to direct supply conditions, which could reshape your pricing and customer reach in Asia.
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