SBS On the Money

BHP in US$9.8 Billion annual profit - driven by new biggest earner, copper

SBS On the Money

Show Notes

For the first time, copper profits outstripped its decades-long earnings bedrock of iron ore. Chief Financial Officer Vandita Pant joined Rena Sarumpaet, to discuss copper, plans for South Australia's Olympic Dam expansion, Chinese demand, union disputes in the Pilbara and decarbonisation. And Stephanie Youssef speaks to Raaz Bhuyan of WaveStone Capital, about the day in the markets.

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