Synthesis Energy Systems (SYMX) shares gain after the company announces the commissioning phase at the first of three syngas gasification plants.

It may be time for Baidu to catch up with the group.

Glencore (GLCNF) is reportedly laying the groundwork for a potential merger with Rio in the next year that would create the world's largest mining company, worth about $160 billion.

China’s aluminum giant is picked to head one of three new mining groups that will handle what’s now 90% of the world’s rare earths extraction and processing.

"Bob is the right leader at the right time for The Walt Disney Company, and the board has full confidence in him and his leadership team,' said Disney chair Sue Arnold.

"After thorough consideration, the Board determined that it was time for a change in leadership," said independent director Harriet Edelman.

"I've learned firsthand that it is indeed fun to do the impossible," said co-founder Ben Silbermann. "And with Bill as our CEO, I know that the fun is just getting started."