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Orbis discloses 2.8% stake in Arconic, plans to back Elliott

Investment manager Orbis Investment Management on Friday disclosed a stake of about 2.8% in US specialty metals maker Arconic Inc, and said it intends to support hedge fund Elliott Management in its proxy battle against the company.

Bermuda-based investment manager Orbis said it intends to vote in favour of Elliott’ slate of independent nominees to join Arconic’s board.