Glencore plc is a diversified natural resources company involved in the production, processing, marketing and distribution of commodities. Its activities span metals and minerals, energy products and agricultural products, serving industrial customers and consumers around the world through a global network of assets, offices and logistics operations.
The company produces and markets commodities including copper, cobalt, nickel, zinc, lead, ferroalloys and coal. It also participates in the marketing and distribution of crude oil, refined petroleum products and other energy-related commodities. Glencore’s operations include mining, processing, recycling, storage, transportation and commodity trading.
Glencore traces its origins to a commodities trading business founded by Marc Rich in 1974 and became a publicly listed company in 2011. In 2013, it completed its merger with Xstrata, significantly expanding its mining and metals operations. The company is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, and is led by Chief Executive Officer Gary Nagle.
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