Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by BHP Group Limited, dated March 9, 2026, serves as a notice regarding the 2026 Interim Dividend. The dividend relates to the half-year period ended December 31, 2025. The Board determined the dividend amount on February 17, 2026, with payment scheduled for March 26, 2026.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing focuses exclusively on dividend distribution and currency conversion mechanics. It does not provide comprehensive financial statements such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics.
- Interim Dividend: 73 US cents per ordinary share.
- Record Date: March 6, 2026.
- Payment Date: March 26, 2026.
Material Changes and Currency Conversions
The filing details the specific exchange rates used to convert the USD dividend into local currencies for shareholders on various registers. No material changes to operations or financial performance are disclosed in this document.
| Currency | Exchange Rate Basis | Dividend Per Share (Local) |
|---|---|---|
| Australian Dollar (AUD) | Average rate (March 4–6, 2026) | 103.85 cents |
| British Pound (GBP) | Rate on March 6, 2026 | 54.80 pence |
| New Zealand Dollar (NZD) | Rate on March 6, 2026 | 123.83 cents |
| South African Rand (ZAR) | Average rate (Feb 27–28, 2026) | 1,162.80 cents |
Shareholders on the Australian register may elect to receive dividends in NZD, GBP, or USD. Secondary conversions for these elections utilize specific AUD/USD, NZD/AUD, and GBP/AUD rates.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or discussion of contingencies. It is strictly an administrative notice regarding dividend payment logistics.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the Record Date (March 6, 2026) to confirm eligibility for the 73 US cent dividend.
- Confirm the specific currency election status for Australian register shareholders, as secondary conversion rates apply.
- Note that the NZD/USD rate and amount listed are illustrative for Australian shareholders electing NZD; actual amounts may vary based on the two-step conversion process.
- Check the payment date of March 26, 2026, for cash flow planning.