Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Gold Fields Limited, dated February 18, 2013, reports a specific transaction involving a director of a major subsidiary. The filing is made in compliance with the Listings Requirements of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) regarding dealings in securities by directors.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not provide consolidated financial statements, revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics for Gold Fields Limited. The only financial data present relates to a specific share transaction:
- Transaction Type: On-market purchase of Bonus Shares (BS) under the 2012 Share Plan.
- Number of Shares: 1,090 Ordinary shares.
- Market Price per Share: R100.0509.
- Total Value: R109,055.48.
- Vesting Schedule: 50% vests 9 months post-grant; remaining 50% vests 18 months post-grant.
Material Changes
The filing does not report material changes to the company's financial position, operations, or strategy compared to prior periods. It solely discloses a change in the beneficial interest of Mr. P van Schalkwyk, a Director of a major subsidiary, resulting from the purchase of bonus shares awarded based on the previous year's annual bonus.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The document contains no management commentary, financial guidance, outlook, or discussion of risks and contingencies. It confirms that necessary clearance to deal in the securities was obtained in accordance with JSE Listings Requirements paragraph 3.66.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the identity of Mr. P van Schalkwyk and his specific role within the major subsidiary of Gold Fields Limited.
- Confirm the terms of the Gold Fields Limited 2012 Share Plan regarding the conversion of annual bonuses into bonus shares.
- Check the vesting conditions and potential forfeiture risks associated with the 9-month and 18-month vesting periods.
- Note that this filing does not contain operational or financial performance data for the company.