Gold Fields Limited - Form 6-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Gold Fields Limited, a South African incorporated entity, covers the month of November 2012. The report was filed on November 29, 2012, to disclose material corporate governance changes to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is strictly a notification of a change in the company's directorate and contains no financial performance data.
Material Changes
- Directorate Change: Matthews Sello Moloko has tendered his resignation from the Board of Gold Fields Limited, effective December 31, 2012.
- Reason for Departure: Mr. Moloko is resigning to assume the role of Chairman of Sibanye Gold Limited, effective January 1, 2013.
- Board Tenure: Mr. Moloko served on the Gold Fields Board since his appointment in February 2011.
Outlook and Management Commentary
The Board expressed gratitude for Mr. Moloko's significant contributions to the company's affairs during his tenure and wished him success in his new role. No financial guidance, risk factors, or contingencies were disclosed in this specific filing.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Confirm the effective date of Mr. Moloko's departure (December 31, 2012) and his new role at Sibanye Gold Limited.
- Verify if a replacement director has been appointed to fill the vacancy on the Gold Fields Board.
- Review subsequent filings for any financial impact related to this governance change, as none is detailed here.