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Glencore share price edges up as U.S. critical-minerals push puts Congo stake talks back in focus

Glencore share price edges up as U.S. critical-minerals push puts Congo stake talks back in focus

Glencore shares rose 0.3% in early London trading after reports that a U.S.-backed consortium is in talks to buy a 40% stake in its Congo copper and cobalt operations. The company confirmed a non-binding memorandum with the Orion Critical Mineral Consortium, valuing the assets at about $9 billion. Investors are awaiting Glencore’s full-year results next week.
12 February 2026
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Glencore share price in focus: $9bn Congo stake talks land as Rio Tinto deadline nears (GLEN.L)

Glencore share price in focus: $9bn Congo stake talks land as Rio Tinto deadline nears (GLEN.L)

Glencore signed a non-binding deal that could give a U.S.-backed group a 40% stake in its Congo copper and cobalt operations, valuing the assets near $9 billion. The company also paused nearly $1 billion in investment at its Quebec smelter over regulatory issues. Rio Tinto faces a Feb. 5 deadline to decide on a possible takeover bid. Glencore shares last closed at 517.30 pence, up 16.30.
4 February 2026
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Glencore share price rises on $2 billion payout plan as Congo copper deal grabs attention

Glencore share price rises on $2 billion payout plan as Congo copper deal grabs attention

Glencore shares rose about 3% in early London trade after announcing a $2 billion shareholder payout and full-year results. The board proposed a $0.17-per-share cash distribution in two tranches, pending a May 28 AGM vote. Glencore also finalized a land-access deal for its Congo copper mine, aiming to extend its life into the 2040s. Adjusted EBITDA fell 6% to $13.51 billion, beating analyst expectations.
18 February 2026
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Vistra stock jumps after Meta signs 20-year nuclear power deal to feed AI data centers

Vistra stock jumps after Meta signs 20-year nuclear power deal to feed AI data centers

Vistra shares jumped 10.5% after-hours as Meta signed 20-year power purchase agreements for over 2,600 MW from three Vistra nuclear plants in PJM, with deliveries starting in late 2026. An SEC filing showed Vistra expects the deals to boost its adjusted free cash flow by up to 17% once plant upgrades are complete by 2034.
9 January 2026
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Connecting the Unconnected: The State of Internet Access in the Central African Republic

Connecting the Unconnected: The State of Internet Access in the Central African Republic

As of January 2024, only 10.6% of Central Africans—about 616,600 people—used the internet, while 32% had active mobile connections. The Central African Backbone fiber project completed 900 km of national fiber in 2023, linking Bangui to Cameroon and Congo. Orange Centrafrique secured the first 4G license in November 2024; Telecel faced a government shutdown over unpaid taxes in mid-2024.
29 May 2025
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Internet Access in Gabon 2025: Fiber, Mobile Networks, and the Satellite Revolution

Internet Access in Gabon 2025: Fiber, Mobile Networks, and the Satellite Revolution

Gabon’s internet usage reached 72% of the population in January 2025, with 1.84 million users out of 2.57 million people. Moov Africa Gabon Telecom and Airtel Gabon control the mobile market, both offering 2G/3G/4G but no 5G. Airtel Gabon received the first non-incumbent fixed-line license in January 2025 and announced a 208 km fiber link between Libreville and Port-Gentil. Starlink is expected to launch in Gabon in 2025.
25 July 2025
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No Signal: The Shocking Digital Divide in the DRC and the Race to Connect Millions

No Signal: The Shocking Digital Divide in the DRC and the Race to Connect Millions

About 27% of people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo used the internet in early 2024, leaving around 75 million offline. As of 2025, only 9,361 km of fiber had been installed, far below the 50,000 km target. In March 2024, the government secured $500 million from the World Bank and French Development Agency to expand access for 30 million more people. Orange DRC and Vodacom DRC plan to build up to 2,000 solar-powered towers by 2030.
7 June 2025
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Connecting the Unconnected: The State of Internet Access in the Central African Republic

Connecter les non-connectés : l’état de l’accès à Internet en République centrafricaine

Début 2024, la RCA comptait environ 616 600 internautes, soit 10,6% de la population, et 1,86 million de connexions mobiles actives. La dorsale fibre optique nationale de 935 km reliant Bangui au Cameroun et au Congo a été achevée fin 2023. Orange détient 60% du marché mobile, Telecel a fermé ses bureaux mi-2024 pour impayés. Starlink n’est pas officiellement disponible.
29 May 2025
Deep-Sea Mining Goldmine or Fool’s Gold? The Metals Company (TMC) Stock Analysis 2025

Deep-Sea Mining Goldmine or Fool’s Gold? The Metals Company (TMC) Stock Analysis 2025

TMC stock has surged over 400% in 2025, recently trading above $7 with a $2.6 billion market cap. The company remains pre-revenue, posting a Q2 net loss of $74.3 million and holding $115.8 million in cash. Korea Zinc invested $85.2 million for a 5% stake, and TMC aims for first production by late 2027 if permits are secured. Regulatory delays and environmental opposition continue to pose risks.
4 October 2025
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OpenAI’s Sora 2: Revolutionary AI Video App or Deepfake Nightmare?

OpenAI’s Sora 2: Revolutionary AI Video App or Deepfake Nightmare?

OpenAI launched Sora, an invite-only iOS app powered by its new Sora 2 model, in the U.S. and Canada on September 30, 2025. The app lets users generate and share 10-second AI videos with realistic visuals and sound, quickly reaching #1 on the App Store with 164,000 downloads in 48 hours. Sora’s feed resembles TikTok and includes features like “Cameos” for inserting users’ faces and voices. Deepfake concerns surfaced within hours of launch.
5 October 2025
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1MW vs 100kW Solar Power Plants – Cost, ROI & Global Insights (India in Focus)

1MW vs 100kW Solar Power Plants – Cost, ROI & Global Insights (India in Focus)

A 1 MW solar farm uses about 2,500 panels, covers 4–5 acres, and generates 1.6–1.8 million kWh annually, enough for 150–200 homes. In India, a 1 MW system costs ₹4–5 crore, while a 100 kW system costs ₹50–80 lakh and serves 15–30 homes. U.S. costs for 1 MW are $1.0–$1.3 million; Europe sees €0.8–€1.0 million. Payback in India ranges from 4–7 years depending on size and use.
6 July 2025
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Glencore plc Stock (GLEN.L) News and Forecast: Copper Near $12,000, Cobalt Quotas, UBS Downgrade, and Key 2026 Dates to Watch

Glencore plc Stock (GLEN.L) News and Forecast: Copper Near $12,000, Cobalt Quotas, UBS Downgrade, and Key 2026 Dates to Watch

Glencore shares closed near 375.5p on Friday after volatile trading, as copper prices approached $12,000 per ton and the company trimmed near-term copper guidance. Congo’s cobalt exports have resumed, while UBS downgraded the stock on valuation. Broker targets remain in the low- to mid-400p range. Glencore projects copper output could reach 1 million tonnes by 2028.
13 December 2025
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Green Energy Goldmine: How to Profit from the Renewable Revolution

Green Energy Goldmine: How to Profit from the Renewable Revolution

Global clean energy investment in 2024 is projected to hit $2 trillion, nearly double fossil fuel spending. Solar investment is expected to exceed $500 billion, outpacing all other power sources. Renewable energy jobs rose to 16.2 million in 2023, up 18% from the previous year. Hydropower remains the largest renewable, supplying about 16% of global electricity.
7 July 2025
Glencore plc Stock News and Forecast (GLEN.L): Share Price Holds Near 390p as Copper, Cobalt and Deal-Making Shape the 2026 Outlook

Glencore plc Stock News and Forecast (GLEN.L): Share Price Holds Near 390p as Copper, Cobalt and Deal-Making Shape the 2026 Outlook

Glencore shares traded at 389p in London on 23 December, near their 52-week high of 398.80p. The company agreed to acquire a majority stake in Dutch fuel supplier FincoEnergies, aiming to expand in Northwest Europe’s fuel and biofuels markets. The deal awaits EU antitrust approval and is expected to close in Q2 2026. Glencore also outlined plans to boost copper production to 1 million tonnes by 2028.
23 December 2025
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Cobalt Blue’s Stock Skyrockets Amid Cobalt Comeback – Broken Hill Deal, Refinery Plans Fuel Hype

Cobalt Blue’s Stock Skyrockets Amid Cobalt Comeback – Broken Hill Deal, Refinery Plans Fuel Hype

Cobalt Blue Holdings shares more than doubled in early October 2025 after the company secured full ownership of the Broken Hill Cobalt Project and paid off a final A$1 million debt to American Rare Earths. The company is advancing plans for a cobalt sulfate refinery in Kwinana, with a supply deal signed with Glencore. Cobalt prices rebounded to $35,000 per tonne, up 44% year-on-year.
7 October 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • CAE Stock Falls Below 200-Day Moving Average Amid Mixed Analyst Ratings
    April 1, 2026, 4:34 AM EDT. CAE Inc. (TSE:CAE) shares dipped below their 200-day moving average of C$40.22, closing at C$36.22 on Tuesday with 811,591 shares traded. Several analysts revised price targets; Royal Bank of Canada raised theirs to C$46.00 while Canaccord Genuity upgraded rating to "buy" with a C$49.00 target. TD Securities trimmed its target to C$53.00 but kept a "buy" rating. CAE, with a market cap of C$11.66 billion, reported Q4 earnings of C$0.34 per share. The company specializes in aviation and defense training through simulators and services. Despite the recent technical dip, analyst consensus remains moderately bullish with an average price target near C$49.60.
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