Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Gold Fields Limited (Gold Fields) covers the month of November 2011. The report is a compliance disclosure regarding dealings in securities by a director of a major subsidiary, rather than a financial results announcement.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. The document focuses exclusively on a specific equity transaction.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Transaction Date | 22 November 2011 |
| Market Price per Share | R125.50 |
| Total Shares Exercised | 4,492 |
| Total Proceeds from Sale | R73,467.60 |
Material Changes
No material changes to the company's financial position or operations are reported in this filing. The document details the exercise of Share Appreciation Rights (SARS) by Mr. J. Pauley, a Director of a major subsidiary, involving four separate tranches of options with varying strike prices ranging from R103.99 to R125.28.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, forward-looking guidance, or discussion of risks and contingencies. It confirms that the necessary clearance to deal in the securities was obtained in compliance with JSE Listings Requirements.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the total number of shares issued or settled following the SARS exercise by Mr. J. Pauley.
- Confirm the impact of this transaction on the company's total share count and diluted earnings per share.
- Review the Gold Fields Limited 2005 Share Plan terms regarding vesting periods and settlement methods (cash vs. shares).
- Check subsequent filings for any financial results or operational updates for the period ending November 2011, as this filing does not contain them.