Thu Sep 19 06:13:32 UTC 2024: ## Anglo American Sees Decline in Short Interest, Announces Dividend Increase

**London, UK – September 19th, 2024** – Anglo American plc (OTCMKTS:AAUKF), a leading mining company, experienced a significant decrease in short interest during August. The total number of shares shorted fell by 8.3% to 427,600 shares by August 31st, compared to 466,100 shares on August 15th. This decline suggests growing investor confidence in the company’s future prospects.

Anglo American opened trading at $28.00 on Thursday, September 19th. The company’s stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $28.76 and a 200-day simple moving average of $28.97. Its 1-year low is $20.91 and its 1-year high is $35.70.

In positive news, Anglo American announced an increase in its dividend. Shareholders of record on August 16th will receive a $0.42 dividend on September 27th, up from the previous dividend of $0.41. This demonstrates the company’s commitment to rewarding its investors.

Anglo American plc is a multinational mining company, operating across various metals and minerals including diamonds, copper, platinum group metals, and iron ore. Founded in 1917, the company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

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