Stampede to lend Glencore money

Glencore International has signed up for bigger than expected revolving credit facilities as financial institutions fell over themselves to lend money to the commodities trader.

Glencore International has signed up for bigger than expected revolving credit facilities as financial institutions fell over themselves to lend money to the commodities trader.

The mining giant, which initially sought to borrow $10bn, ended up borrowing $12.8bn as a result of strong demand from financial institutions globally, resulting in a total of 91 banks pledging their commitment.

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