Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Gold Fields Limited (GFI) is a report of a foreign private issuer dated December 22, 2008. The document serves as a media release announcing the upcoming publication of financial results for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2009 (Q2 F2009).
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This document is a procedural announcement regarding the timing and logistics of the results release rather than a financial statement containing performance data.
Material Changes
No material changes to financial performance or operations are reported in this filing, as the actual results for the period have not yet been released.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
Management has scheduled the release of Q2 F2009 results for January 29, 2009. The company will host a live results presentation and simultaneous audio/video webcast at 10:00 SA time on that date. A global teleconference is also scheduled for 16:30 SA time (09:30 am Eastern time) on January 29, 2009. No specific guidance, outlook, or risk commentary is included in this announcement.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Results Release Date: January 29, 2009.
- Reporting Period: Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2009 (Q2 F2009).
- Access Methods: Results will be available on the company website (www.goldfields.co.za), via a live webcast, and through a global teleconference.
- Playback Availability: A digital replay of the conference call will be available for seven days following the event.
- Investor Contacts: Willie Jacobsz and Nikki Catrakilis-Wagner are listed as primary investor relations contacts.