Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Gold Fields Limited (a South African incorporated entity listed on the JSE, NYSE, and DIFX) covers the month of November 2010. The report was filed on November 23, 2010, and primarily discloses a transaction involving the sale of securities by a director in compliance with JSE Listings Requirements.
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 director's share transaction rather than corporate financial performance.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Transaction Type | On market sale of Performance Vesting Restricted Shares (PVRS) |
| Director Involved | Mr. K Ansah (Independent Non-Executive Director) |
| Transaction Date | November 19, 2010 |
| Number of Shares Sold | 2,700 |
| Price Per Share | R117.13 |
| Total Value | R316,251.00 |
Material Changes
No material changes to the company's financial position or operations are reported in this filing. The only reported change is the reduction of Mr. K Ansah's direct and beneficial interest in the company following the sale of 2,700 ordinary shares.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, financial guidance, outlook, or discussion of risks and contingencies. It is a compliance disclosure confirming that clearance for the director to deal in the securities was obtained in accordance with paragraph 3.66 of the JSE Listings Requirements.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the current share price of Gold Fields Limited to assess the valuation context of the R117.13 sale price.
- Confirm the vesting schedule details for the 2005 non-executive Share Plan to understand the timing of the director's liquidity event.
- Check subsequent filings to determine if this transaction was part of a broader divestment strategy by the board or an isolated event.
- Note that this filing does not contain quarterly or annual financial results; investors should refer to Form 20-F for comprehensive financial data.