TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. (OTCQX: LICYF) (“Li-Cycle” or the “Company”), a leading global lithium-ion battery resource recovery company, today announced that it has received further waiver extensions from the holders of its convertible notes, Glencore Canada Corporation (“Glencore”) and Wood River Capital, LLC (“Wood River Capital” and together with Glencore, the “Convertible Note Holders”) to permit the Company's common shares to continue to trade on the OTCQX® Best Mark.
Switzerland-based Glencore is a major producer/trader of commodities. Due to higher margins, most of its profits come from the production units and more specifically from copper and coal. The company has been increasing its exposure to metallurgical coal and this move has so far proved to be beneficial. While trading earnings are broadly stable, production earnings are highly volatile, as they depend not only on output but also on sales price.
Shares of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd (TSX-V:SCZ, OTC:SZSMF) rose 5% Tuesday after the company announced a second $7.5 million payment to Glencore under its accelerated plan to acquire a portfolio of Bolivian mining assets. The payment follows an initial $10 million instalment in March and is part of a structured deal aimed at completing $40 million in total payments by October 31.
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd (TSX-V:SCZ, OTC:SZSMF) said Tuesday it has made a $7.5 million payment to Glencore as part of a structured plan to accelerate its acquisition of Bolivian mining assets and lock in cost savings. This marks the second installment under the company's previously announced Acceleration Option and follows an initial $10 million payment made on March 20.
Glencore PLC (LSE:GLEN) shares fell over 4% on Wednesday as the miner and commodities trading giant delivered a disappointing first-quarter production update. Market prices for various commodities were also down on the day, with Brent crude oil down 1.7% to just over $62 a barrel, copper down 4%, gold down 0.9% and iron ore flat.
The miner cut its 2025 energy coal output guidance by 5 million metric tons, reflecting a production cut announced in March.
Glencore PLC (LSE:GLEN) shares slid 5% in early trading on Monday, caught in the broad sell-off following President Trump's sweeping tariffs that have sparked fears of a global recession. While Glencore is one of the world's most diversified miners, it also runs one of the largest commodity trading businesses globally - a model heavily exposed to price swings and market activity.
Glencore's marketing division is well-positioned to take advantage of dislocations created by tariffs. There are several positive catalysts to watch out for, such as 1) dual listing, 2) ongoing buyback, and 3) the Viterra/Bunge merger. Despite solid results and good execution, GLNCY is discounted compared to its peers. Our buy is confirmed.
Glencore's strategic decision to retain and expand its coal portfolio, despite falling prices, is proving advantageous amid the complex energy transition. Copper is pivotal for Glencore's future growth, with demand set to surge due to electrification and grid expansion, positioning the company favorably. Institutional investors overwhelmingly support Glencore's coal strategy, highlighting the company's ability to capitalize on favorable acquisition opportunities.
Glencore PLC (LSE:GLEN) will cut production at its Cerrejón thermal coal mine in Colombia by as much as 10 million tonnes this year, a reduction of roughly 8% of its total thermal coal output. The decision, announced on Tuesday, is in response to what the company called “unsustainable prices” in the seaborne coal market.
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd (TSX-V:SCZ, OTC:SZSMF)'s plan to accelerate its debt payments to Glencore will save $40 million and clean up its balance sheet, making the company more attractive to investors, according to analysts at Atrium Research. On Thursday, Santacruz announced that it has structured and implemented a new plan to exercise its option to accelerate its payments to Glencore in consideration for its Bolivian mining assets.
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd (TSX-V:SCZ, OTC:SZSMF) announced the implementation of a structured payment plan to accelerate its obligations owed to Glencore, securing a cost-saving of US$40 million. As part of the agreement, Santacruz made an initial payment of US$10 million to Glencore under the newly structured plan.