Why This Fund Made a $10.8 Million Bet on a Chemical Stock Up 87%

Hartree Partners acquired 214,859 shares of Methanex (MEOH) for approximately $10.8 million, betting on continued strength in the methanol market. The stock has surged 87% over the past year, outperforming the S&P 500. The investment comes as methanol prices have jumped significantly to $500-$525 per tonne in April-May 2026, driven partly by Middle East supply chain disruptions, though the durability of this pricing surge remains uncertain.

05/13/2026, 12:24 PM • The Motley Fool

Methanex Corporation – Notice of Cash Dividend

Methanex Corporation announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.185 per share, payable on June 30, 2026, to shareholders of record on June 16, 2026. The world's largest methanol supplier continues its dividend distribution to shareholders.

04/29/2026, 7:21 PM • Benzinga

Methanex Reports First Quarter 2026 Results, Well-Positioned In Current Environment

Methanex reported a Q1 2026 net loss of $14 million, primarily due to mark-to-market expenses on share-based compensation, but achieved Adjusted EBITDA of $220 million and Adjusted net income of $23 million. The company produced 2.39 million tonnes of methanol with an average realized price of $351 per tonne, up from $331 in Q4 2025. Middle East conflicts have driven methanol prices higher, with Q2 expected prices of $500-$525 per tonne. Methanex repaid $60 million of debt and maintained $379 million in cash, continuing its de-leveraging strategy.

04/29/2026, 5:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Early Warning Report and News Release Regarding Securities of Methanex Corporation Held by Sunil Jagwani

Sunil Jagwani, through Key Group Long Term Investments LP, has increased his beneficial ownership in Methanex Corporation from 4.52% to 11.38% through the purchase of 35,000 call options (3.5M shares at $75) and sale of 35,000 put options (3.5M shares at $40-$45). The transaction occurred on April 10, 2026, on the Cboe BZX Options Exchange. The acquiror also incurred a loss of Cdn. $270,483.63 on the sale of 87,500 shares purchased in non-compliant transactions.

04/21/2026, 7:52 PM • GlobeNewswire

Sale of Shares of Methanex Corporation

OCI Global announced the sale of 3,331,346 common shares of Methanex Corporation on March 13, 2026, representing 4.3% of outstanding shares at US$51.80 per share, generating net proceeds of approximately US$172.6 million. Following the disposition, OCI's ownership stake in Methanex decreased from 12.9% to 8.6%.

03/16/2026, 3:12 AM • Benzinga

Copper Miner Hudbay Soars 200% in a Year as One Investor Exited a $2.5 Million Position

Orion Resource Partners sold its entire $2.53 million position in Hudbay Minerals in Q4 2025, marking a full exit from the copper miner. The move comes after Hudbay's stock surged approximately 200% over the past year, significantly outperforming the S&P 500's 20% gain. The exit appears to be a profit-taking decision rather than a strategy shift, as the fund's remaining portfolio remains concentrated in mining and resource stocks.

03/11/2026, 3:18 PM • The Motley Fool

One Investor Bet $3 Million on Methanex Last Quarter. The Stock has Surged 30% This Year

Orion Resource Partners invested $2.88 million in Methanex during Q4, purchasing 77,291 shares. The methanol producer's stock has surged 45% over the past year, outperforming the S&P 500. The gains are driven by firmer methanol pricing and geopolitical factors, particularly U.S.-Iran tensions. Raymond James raised its price target to $52, citing higher spot methanol prices.

03/11/2026, 3:09 PM • The Motley Fool

Methanex Corporation – Notice of Cash Dividend

Methanex Corporation announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.185 per share, payable on March 31, 2026, to shareholders of record on March 17, 2026.

01/29/2026, 1:56 PM • Benzinga

Green Methanol Global Market Report 2025

The global green methanol market is experiencing rapid growth, projected to increase from $1.55 billion in 2024 to $4.91 billion by 2029 with a CAGR of 25.8%. Growth is driven by rising demand for renewable fuels, government incentives, advancements in carbon capture technologies, and corporate sustainability commitments. Asia-Pacific leads the market while North America shows the fastest growth potential. Key players are expanding through strategic acquisitions and innovative production technologies.

01/22/2026, 11:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Methanex Corporation Appoints Don Marchand To Its Board Of Directors

Methanex Corporation announced the appointment of Don Marchand to its Board of Directors, effective December 1, 2025. Marchand brings nearly four decades of finance and energy infrastructure experience, previously serving as Executive Vice President and CFO at TC Energy.

11/25/2025, 5:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Methanex Launches Global Methanol Bunkering Operations with Strategic Partnerships in the ARA Region and South Korea

Methanex Corporation has established strategic partnerships in the ARA region and South Korea to expand methanol bunkering operations, supporting maritime decarbonization efforts through safe and reliable fuel solutions.

09/23/2025, 5:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Methanex Corporation – Notice of Cash Dividend

Methanex Corporation announced a quarterly dividend of US$0.185 per share, payable on September 30, 2025, to shareholders of record on September 16, 2025.

07/17/2025, 7:47 PM • Benzinga