Glencore stock jumps on Rio Tinto merger talks — three key dates traders now track
Glencore shares jumped 9.6% to 452.65 pence Friday after confirming early merger talks with Rio Tinto. UK takeover rules require Rio to announce a firm offer or withdraw by Feb. 5. About 118.7 million Glencore shares traded, valuing the company at £53 billion. Investors holding at least 1% must file disclosures by Jan. 22.