Glencore and Mercuria Eye Venalum Deal

Glencore and Mercuria are in separate talks with Venezuela regarding a deal for the state-owned Venalum aluminium smelter. The agreement could involve operating the facility and gaining access to its production capacity. Both firms explore potential partnerships amid ongoing supply tightness.

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FILE PHOTO: The logo of miner and commodities trader Glencore is pictured in front of the company's headquarters in Baar, Switzerland, November 20, 2012.   REUTERS/Arnd Wiegmann/File Photo

GLENCORE PLC and Mercuria Energy are in talks to secure a deal for Venezuela's largest state-owned aluminium smelter. The discussions center on operating the Venalum facility and gaining direct access to its primary metal output. The potential transaction highlights renewed trader interest in Latin American heavy industry assets.

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