Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Gold Fields Limited, dated September 18, 2014, reports on dealings in securities by a director of a major subsidiary. The filing is made in compliance with the Listings Requirements of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).
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 share transaction.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Transaction Date | September 1, 2014 |
| Shares Sold | 4,635 |
| Market Price per Share | R50.6066 |
| Total Transaction Value | R234,562 |
Material Changes
No material changes to the company's financial position or operations are reported in this filing. The document details the on-market sale of Bonus Shares by Mr. G. Mills, a director of Gold Fields Operations Limited and GFI Joint Venture Holdings (Pty) Limited.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, guidance, outlook, or discussion of risks and contingencies. It notes that the Bonus Shares were awarded under the Gold Fields Limited 2012 Share Plan, where two-thirds of the annual cash bonus is granted in shares. The shares vest in equal parts at 12 and 18 months from the grant date. No prior clearance was obtained for this transaction.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the vesting schedule and performance conditions of the 2012 Share Plan.
- Confirm the total number of Bonus Shares held by Mr. G. Mills prior to this sale.
- Review the full JSE announcement for any additional context on director trading patterns.