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BlackRock Reduces Alumina H Shares Long Position

Senior Executive Yang Lu of Aluminum Corporation of China Suspected of Serious Disciplinary and Legal Violations Under Investigation

CICC Downgrades Chinalco's A-Share Rating

Chinalco and Rio Tinto to Acquire 68.596% Shares of Alunorte

Brazilian Aluminum Company's Sale Underway with Bids from Chinese Aluminum Company and Emirates Global Aluminum

China Merchants Securities resumes tracking China Aluminum Corporation A-shares with a strong buy rating

ZAL (China Aluminum Corporation) and FAW Group to Deepen Strategic Collaboration

China Aluminum Communicates with Government on Supporting Rio Tinto and Glencore Merger

CICC upgrades China Aluminum A-shares rating

Citi Raises Profit Forecast and Target Price for China Aluminum

JPMorgan Increases Its Stake in China Aluminum

China Aluminum Corporation plans to acquire 51% equity of Yunnan Aluminum Logistics and adjust the JV's capital contribution

ALCOLOGISTIC Intends to Acquire 51% Stake in Yunnan Yunlvlogistics

Chalco Acquires Minority Stake in Three Subsidiaries of Yunnan Aluminum

China Aluminum Corporation Completes Capital Injection into Yunnan Aluminum Foil, Stock Price Falls

CNAC Guinea Boa Project Hauls Over 200 Million Tons of Bauxite

HSBC Research Publishes Monthly Commodity Report, Predicts Positive Outlook for Base Metals and Gold

CHALCO to Hold Extraordinary General Meeting to Discuss Acquisition of Minority Stake

First shipment of iron ore from Senguelba project in which China Aluminum Group participates successfully dispatched

CHALCO Receives New Utility Model Patent Authorization

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The National Bureau of Statistics report shows that in January, the PPI rose by 0.4% month-on-month, marking an increase for four consecutive months, with the growth rate expanding by 0.2 percentage points compared to the previous month. Key features include: the construction of a unified national market driving price increases in certain industries, increased demand leading to price rises in related industries, and input factors affecting the divergence in price trends. Specifically, the prices of cement and lithium-ion battery manufacturing both increased by 0.1%, photovoltaic equipment prices rose by 1.9%, and computer communication equipment prices increased by 0.5%. The rise in international non-ferrous metal prices has driven up prices in related domestic industries

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National Bureau of Statistics: In January, the PPI rose by 0.4% month-on-month, increasing for four consecutive months, with the growth rate expanding by 0.2 percentage points compared to the previous month

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HKEX:BLACKROCK'S LONG POSITION IN H-SHARES OF ALUMINUM CORPORATION OF CHINA DECREASES TO 5.65% ON FEB 2 FROM 6.23%

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Blackrock's Long Position In H-Shares Of Aluminum Corporation Of China Decreases To 5.65% On Feb 2 From 6.23% - HKEX

Aluminum Corporation of China Ltd. (CHINALCO) will hold its 2026 First Extraordinary General Meeting on March 27, 2026, in Beijing. The meeting will include voting on resolutions, such as adopting the cumulative voting method for electing directors or independent directors. This announcement was published via the Issuer Information Service by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

CHINALCO Announces Date for 2026 First Extraordinary General Meeting

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Citigroup's research report indicates that rising commodity prices will benefit the basic materials industry, particularly aluminum, copper, and lithium suppliers, giving companies like CHALCO a "buy" rating. However, automakers will face pressure from rising costs, especially XPeng and GAC GROUP. Second-tier companies in the battery industry face short-term challenges, while CATL has bargaining power. Solar module manufacturers and grid equipment manufacturers will also be affected by rising costs. In the technology sector, Xiaomi may face pressure from rising memory costs

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Citi expects that rising commodity prices will benefit basic materials, while automakers and second-tier battery manufacturers face pressure

Morgan Stanley has included China Aluminum A shares in its focus stock list for China and Hong Kong, removing Yangtze Power. China Aluminum is the largest aluminum producer in the country, with a legal aluminum production quota of 8.15 million tons, and plans to establish a joint venture with Rio Tinto to acquire nearly 69% of Brazil's aluminum assets. Morgan Stanley predicts that aluminum prices will remain high, with a tight industry fundamental, and expects strong profit margins for China Aluminum, giving it an "Overweight" rating

Morgan Stanley has included China Aluminum A shares in its focus stock list for China and Hong Kong

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Citi's research report pointed out that CHALCO plans to acquire the Brazilian aluminum shares held by Waterland through a cash purchase, which is expected to increase aluminum production capacity by 6%. The acquisition price is approximately RMB 6.286 billion, implying a forecasted price-to-earnings ratio of about 13 times for 2025. Citi believes that considering the expected rise in aluminum prices, this acquisition is attractive and maintains CHALCO as the industry preference, with a target price of HKD 15.94 and a rating of "Buy."

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According to Citigroup in "The Big Banks," the acquisition by CHALCO is expected to increase aluminum production capacity by 6%, maintaining its industry preference

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Rio Tinto and Aluminum Corporation of China are acquiring a 68.6% stake in Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio for $902.6 million. The joint venture will consist of 33% held by Rio Tinto and 67% by Chalco, with a share price of 10.50 Brazilian reals, a 21.2% premium over the last 20 days' average. Following the acquisition, a mandatory tender offer for remaining shares will be made. Rio Tinto's stake is valued at $297.8 million.

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Correction: Rio Tinto, Aluminum Corporation of China Acquire Majority Stake in Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio for $902.6 Million in Cash

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On January 30, various mergers and acquisitions were reported. Pinewood Technologies surged 28% after announcing a potential £575.5 million deal with Apax Partners. Bertelsmann's BMG Rights Management is considering a cash-and-stock offer for Concord valued at up to $7 billion. Chinalco and Rio Tinto agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio for $903.61 million. SpaceX is exploring a merger with Tesla or xAI. Nine Entertainment plans to buy QMS for A$850 million while divesting its radio arm. Apple acquired Israeli startup Q.ai for AI technology.

- Britain’s Pinewood Technologies saw a 28% surge as it prepares to agree to a £575.5 million deal with Apax Partners.  
- Germany's Bertelsmann is evaluating a cash-and-stock offer for Concord worth up to $7 billion, while Chinalco and Rio Tinto are acquiring Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio for $903.61 million.  
- SpaceX is contemplating a merger with Tesla or xAI, Nine Entertainment plans to purchase QMS for $599.08 million, and Apple has acquired Q.ai, an Israeli AI startup.

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Deals of the day-Mergers and acquisitions

Aluminum Corporation of China Ltd. (CHINALCO) has appointed Ms. Zhu Dan as the new company secretary and chief financial officer, effective January 29, 2026. She replaces Mr. Ge Xiaolei, who will resign from the position. Zhu Dan brings over 20 years of experience in financial management and capital operations within the company.

CHINALCO Appoints Zhu Dan as Company Secretary and CFO

China's Aluminum Corporation (Chalco) is partnering with Rio Tinto to acquire a 68.6% stake in Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio (CBA) for BRL4.7 billion (USD903 million). This acquisition aims to enhance Chalco's overseas operations and secure low-carbon aluminum assets. Despite the announcement, Chalco's stock fell by 10%. CBA, a major Brazilian aluminum producer, reported significant revenue and profit in 2022 and operates renewable energy facilities, contributing to its low carbon emissions. Chalco plans to launch a tender offer for remaining shares post-acquisition, further expanding its production capacity in Brazil.

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China's Chalco Teams Up With Rio Tinto to Secure Green Aluminum Assets in Brazil

Aluminum Corporation of China Limited (CHINALCO) has proposed a joint venture with Rio Tinto to establish a new entity in Brazil. Chalco Hong Kong, a subsidiary of CHINALCO, will hold a 67% stake, while Rio Tinto will hold 33%. This collaboration aims to acquire an equity interest in Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio S.A. and enhance their operations in the Brazilian aluminum sector.

Chinalco and Rio Tinto Form Joint Venture to Acquire Stake in Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio

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National Bureau of Statistics: In January, the PPI rose by 0.4% month-on-month, increasing for four consecutive months, with the growth rate expanding by 0.2 percentage points compared to the previous month

Blackrock's Long Position In H-Shares Of Aluminum Corporation Of China Decreases To 5.65% On Feb 2 From 6.23% - HKEX

CHINALCO Announces Date for 2026 First Extraordinary General Meeting

Citi expects that rising commodity prices will benefit basic materials, while automakers and second-tier battery manufacturers face pressure

Morgan Stanley has included China Aluminum A shares in its focus stock list for China and Hong Kong