Anglo American eyes demerger option of its coal business
By Dineo Faku
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JOHANNESBURG - ANGLO American said yesterday that the demerger of its South African thermal coal business was the top option towards executing plans to exit the business, although a trade sale would also be considered as it announced lower production due to Covid-19 disruptions during the year ended December 2020.
During a presentation of the group’s 2020 financial results, chief executive Mark Cutifani said the demerger option was the straightest line, but people were putting their hands up for a trade sale.
“We are giving those inquiries due and proper consideration.