By Andrew Boyce ( September 1, 2026, 15:29 GMT | Insight) -- Alcoa’s acquisition of South32’s bauxite and aluminum businesses needs competition approvals in the EU, as well as in the US, Australia, Brazil and other countries, the US aluminum producer said. Alcoa said it started discussions with the Australian, Brazilian and EU competition authorities over the $5.6 billion deal on Aug. 21.Alcoa’s acquisition of South32’s bauxite and aluminum businesses needs competition approvals in the EU, as well as in the US, Australia, Brazil and other countries, the US aluminum producer said....
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