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Glencore flags Radiant World exposure as trading houses pull back

Glencore has moved to shield its balance sheet from the fallout surrounding iron ore trader Radiant World, booking an undisclosed provision while confirming that all new business with the firm has ceased. CEO Gary Nagle underscored that while existing contracts remain under review, the financial risk to the mining giant is not material.

Glencore flags Radiant World exposure as trading houses pull back

The decision follows reports that major commodity traders Vitol Group and Cargill have cut ties with the company. These moves were prompted by allegations that invoices submitted by Radiant World to its banking partners may lack validity. Radiant World has publicly rejected these claims, labeling them as inaccurate and unsubstantiated.

During a conference call with journalists, Nagle emphasized the need for legal rigor as the company resolves outstanding items linked to the trader. He declined to specify the exact size of the financial provision or the timeline for when Glencore initiated its exit from the business relationship, citing the ongoing sensitivity of the situation and the heightened scrutiny surrounding the counterparty.

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