Alcoa announced an agreement to acquire South32’s bauxite, alumina, and aluminum operations for $3.1 billion in cash and approximately 17 million Alcoa shares valued at about $1.0 billion, with up to $750 million in contingent payments over four years based on commodity prices. Closing is subject to South32 shareholder and regulatory approvals, with completion expected in the first half of 2027. To support the purchase, Alcoa secured a fully committed $3.1 billion senior unsecured 364-day bridge facility from Goldman Sachs Bank USA, which will be reduced by any permanent financing raised before closing.
Agreement 1: Alcoa to Acquire South32 Assets for $4.1B Upfront Plus Up to $750M CVR
- Agreement type: Umbrella Implementation Deed for acquisition of bauxite, alumina and aluminum assets
- Counterparty: South32
- Signed / Effective: Jun 30 2026 / Jun 30 2026
- Duration / Termination: Until closing; expected 1H 2027
- Reason: Expand vertically integrated aluminum portfolio and scale
Agreement 2: Alcoa Secures $3.1 Billion 364-Day Bridge Facility From Goldman Sachs for Acquisition
- Agreement type: Senior unsecured 364-day bridge term loan commitment
- Counterparty: Goldman Sachs Bank USA
- Signed / Effective: Jun 30 2026 / Jun 30 2026
- Duration / Termination: 364 days
- Reason: Finance acquisition cash consideration and transaction costs
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