The ranks of the most valuable mining companies in the world were throughly scrambled in 2023 as governments intervened, lithium and nickel prices tumbled, gold hit records and a new listing went ballistic.

A tumultuous year for the global mining industry: collapse of lithium prices, furious M&A activity, gold’s new record and state intervention in mining on a scale not seen in decades.

Analysts say Anglo's current low valuation and diversified portfolio makes it an attractive target for potential buyers.

Lower court decision does not cancel the permits already granted to the Canadian miner, but it prevents it from moving forward.