Fortescue Metals Group Limited
(ASX:FMG) has noted media speculation concerning the potential sale of its assets and says it will not comment on the speculation.
The Pilbara focused iron ore miner has advised it holds talks with third parties on many issues on a regular basis and is always open to commercial discussions with current and potential partners.
The fresh speculation comes just weeks after media reports claimed Chinese companies have applied to Australia’s Foreign Investment Review Board to make a new investment in the miner.
Shares in Fortescue Metals Group closed at $2.32 before the announcement was released on Friday evening.
Fortescue Metals Group reported a net profit of $403.56 million in the first half of the 2015 financial year.
