Oct 18 (Reuters) - Rio Tinto Ltd (RIO)
- notified by SEC it filed a complaint in relation to rio tinto's disclosures and timing of impairment of Rio Tinto Coal Mozambique (RTCM)
- says it intends to vigorously defend itself against such allegations
- believes that SEC case is unwarranted
- reached a settlement with United Kingdom's financial conduct authority (FCA) in relation to timing of impairment of RTCM
- "when all facts are considered by court, or if necessary by a jury, SEC's claims will be rejected."
- FCA made no findings of fraud, or of any systemic or widespread failure by Rio Tinto, case is now closed
- Australian Securities And Investments Commission is also reviewing rtcm impairment
Oct 18 (Reuters) - Rio Tinto Ltd (RIO) notified by SEC it filed...
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