Masan High-Tech Materials Partners with Elmet in Tungsten Deal

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Masan High-Tech Materials announced a strategic partnership with U.S.-based The Elmet Group, including a 4.99% equity investment in MSR at an implied US$2.5B valuation. The partnership includes 8+ years of committed tungsten volumes, with MSR supplying ~1,250 tonnes of WO₃-equivalent annually. The agreements are expected to generate ~US$1.5B in aggregate gross revenue for MSR over the initial term at prevailing tungsten prices. Masan Group will remain MSR's controlling shareholder with ~87.46% ownership following the transaction. The partnership aims to strengthen MSR's access to U.S. strategic-materials and advanced-manufacturing supply chains, including semiconductors, aerospace and energy.

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The Elmet Group Co. Common Stock
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Elmet partners with MSR for 8+ years of committed tungsten volumes, securing its strategic-materials supply for semiconductors, aerospace and energy.

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Masan High-Tech Materials CorporationPrivate▲ Positive
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Elmet makes a 4.99% equity investment in MSR at an implied US$2.5B valuation.