Mining giant BHP’s first-half profit soars 83 percent
Sydney (AFP) – Global mining giant BHP Billiton said Tuesday first-half net profit soared 83 percent to US$8.1 billion on the back of strong production across its iron ore, coal and petroleum businesses.
The result for the six months to December 31 was above expectations and compared to US$4.2 billion in the previous corresponding period, with revenues climbing 5.9 percent to US$33.95 billion.
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