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Fiscal Year 2026
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Safety and operational excellence are central, with a focus on copper, aluminum, lithium, and iron ore to drive 20% production growth by 2030. Strong capital discipline, portfolio simplification, and major project ramp-ups underpin robust shareholder returns.
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The AGM featured robust discussion on financial results, strategic growth in key commodities, and ongoing decarbonization efforts. Shareholders raised concerns about environmental, social, and governance issues, with the Board emphasizing transparency, partnerships, and a commitment to safety and sustainability.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Strong operational and financial performance in 2025, with record copper and bauxite output, 9% EBITDA growth, and a 60% earnings payout. Major projects advanced, cost reductions achieved, and disciplined capital allocation maintained amid ongoing safety and geopolitical risk management.
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The company is targeting 3% annual production growth to 2030, driven by major projects in iron ore, copper, and lithium, while streamlining operations and focusing on capital discipline. Cost reductions, asset monetization, and sustainability initiatives underpin a strategy aimed at leading returns and robust growth.
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Strong operational and financial performance was achieved, with EBITDA of $11.5B and resilient cash flow despite lower iron ore prices. Growth in copper and aluminum, successful project ramp-ups, and disciplined capital allocation underpin a positive outlook.
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Simon Trott will become CEO, bringing a focus on operational excellence, innovation, and stakeholder engagement. The company will prioritize growth in copper, aluminum, and lithium, while driving cost discipline and organizational simplification. M&A remains a possibility but with a high bar for value creation.
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The meeting reviewed strong financial results, major project progress, and ongoing board renewal. Shareholders debated the proposed unification of the dual-listed structure, with the board opposing it due to cost and tax concerns. Key topics included Indigenous relations, climate action, and strategic investments in lithium and iron ore.
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The meeting reviewed strong financial results, major project progress, and ongoing board renewal. Shareholders debated the proposed DLC unification, with the board opposing it on value and tax grounds. Key ESG, safety, and community issues were discussed, with voting outcomes pending.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Delivered strong 2024 results with resilient EBITDA and cash flow, driven by diversified growth in copper, aluminum, and lithium. Maintained robust dividends and CapEx guidance, advanced major projects, and achieved significant decarbonization progress.
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The group is executing a strategy focused on energy transition materials, targeting 3–4% annual growth through major investments in lithium, copper, and aluminum, while maintaining disciplined capital allocation and advancing decarbonization. Operational excellence, stakeholder engagement, and culture transformation underpin project delivery and long-term value creation.
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The acquisition of Arcadium for $5.85 per share in cash creates a global lithium leader, leveraging complementary assets and technology to accelerate growth and capitalize on rising demand. The deal is expected to close by mid-2025, with strong board and stakeholder support.
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Underlying earnings rose 1% to $4.8B, with 2% copper-equivalent production growth and a 50% dividend payout. Aluminum and copper segments outperformed, while iron ore and minerals faced market headwinds. Major projects and decarbonization initiatives are progressing on schedule.