Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-16 01:36Core Viewpoint - Luoyang Molybdenum (03993) is acquiring 100% equity of Leagold LatAm Holdings B.V. and its subsidiary Luna Gold Corp. for a total of $1.015 billion, indicating a strategic move to enhance its gold asset portfolio and strengthen its presence in South America [1][5]. Group 1 - Luoyang Molybdenum's stock opened nearly 3% higher and rose by 2.68% to HKD 18.76, with a trading volume of HKD 21.0487 million [1][5]. - The acquisition includes an upfront payment of $900 million in cash and a contingent payment of up to $115 million based on sales, reflecting the company's commitment to its "copper-gold dual" acquisition strategy [1][5]. - The company views Brazil's rich resources and relatively stable geopolitical environment as advantageous, expecting synergies with its existing niobium and phosphate assets in Brazil [1][5].