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StocksMedium•3 March 2026•

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Alta Copper Clears Canadian Regulatory Hurdle for Fortescue Acquisition

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Key Facts

1Nascent Exploration, a subsidiary of Fortescue, received notice that the review under the Investment Canada Act (ICA) is complete.

Alta Copper Corp. has announced that Nascent Exploration, a subsidiary of Fortescue, successfully completed the mandatory regulatory review under the Investment Canada Act (ICA). The Director of Investments confirmed that no further review will be conducted regarding the proposed transaction, clearing a major legal path for the acquisition. This regulatory clearance was a critical condition precedent for the completion of the plan of arrangement between the two mining entities. Following this milestone, the companies expect the transaction to officially close no later than March 13, 2026. Market analysts consider this development bullish for Alta Copper's shares, as it significantly reduces the execution risk and regulatory uncertainty surrounding the deal. The acquisition is part of Fortescue's broader strategy to expand its footprint and secure high-quality assets within the global copper sector.