Anglo American sees ‘positive momentum’ in paused EU review of MMG deal
By Lewis Crofts ( July 30, 2026, 20:07 GMT | Insight) -- Anglo American said it sees signs of progress in the sale of its nickel business to Chinese-owned mining company MMG after a “protracted delay” in the European Commission’s review. The EU’s scrutiny has been on hold since November, but Duncan Wanblad, chief executive of Anglo American, told investors Thursday he sees “positive momentum” and said there are no supply problems raised by the deal.Anglo American said it sees signs of progress in the sale of its nickel business to Chinese-owned mining company MMG after a “protracted delay” in the European Commission’s review....
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