Anglo American stock faces longer wait for Brazil nickel deal

Anglo American and MMG have extended the long-stop date for their proposed Brazilian nickel transaction to December 31, 2026. The move keeps the sale alive while the European Commission examines whether the deal could restrict ferronickel supplies to European stainless steel producers.

The Canadian Mining Journal reported the extension on November 3, citing the European Union review. The original long-stop date was October 31. The European Commission has opened an in-depth Phase II investigation and is expected to issue its decision by December 21.

Regulatory Risk Extends Into December

The transaction concerns Anglo American's Brazilian nickel operations, including two ferronickel projects and two greenfield projects. The European Commission is assessing whether MMG could redirect Brazilian ferronickel away from European customers, potentially affecting competition and supply resilience in the stainless steel industry.

MMG has offered guarantees aimed at maintaining ferronickel supplies to European stainless steel producers. The companies still need to secure the outstanding regulatory approval before the transaction can close. The extension of the long-stop date is therefore a timetable change, not confirmation that the acquisition has been approved or completed.

Anglo American and MMG have argued that sufficient ferronickel is available in the market and that Chinese ownership would not undermine competition. Anglo American has also indicated that it could close its Brazilian nickel operation if the European Commission blocks the acquisition. That possibility raises the stakes for the mining group as it continues to reshape its portfolio.

Anglo American Stock Trades In Europe

Anglo American stock traded at 45.87 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 10:10 CET on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. Investors are likely to focus on the European Commission's December 21 timetable and on whether the proposed supply commitments satisfy the regulator's concerns.

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