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Rio Tinto Secures $1.175B for Major Lithium Project

3/11/2026

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  • Rio Tinto secures a $1.175 billion financing package from four international lenders for Rincon lithium project in Argentina.
  • The $2.5 billion Rincon project aims to produce 60,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually.
  • The financing diversifies funding sources to support Rio Tinto's growth in response to global energy transition demands.
  • Rio Tinto's investments in Argentina exceed $3.9 billion, strengthening Argentina's role in the critical minerals market.