Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Gold Fields Limited (GFI) dated September 29, 2009, announces the release of the Annual Report for the financial year ended June 30, 2009. Gold Fields is a major global gold producer with operations in South Africa, Ghana, Australia, and Peru. The company is listed on the JSE, NYSE, DIFX, Euronext Brussels, and the Swiss Exchange.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing serves as a notification of the Annual Report release and does not contain specific financial statements, revenue figures, profit margins, cash flow data, or debt levels for the period.
- Production: Attributable production of 3.6 million ounces per annum (based on the annualized run rate for the fourth quarter of F2009).
- Reserves: Total attributable Mineral Reserves of 81 million ounces.
- Resources: Total attributable Mineral Resources of 271 million ounces.
- Operations: Nine operating mines across four countries.
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide specific comparative financial data or material changes versus the prior period. It notes that the Annual Report incorporates reviews of operations in South Africa, West Africa, Australasia, and South America, as well as exploration and development projects.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
Outlook and Strategy: The company's vision is to be the "Global Leader in Sustainable Gold Mining." Sustainable development is integrated as a key performance indicator covering business, social, and environmental issues. The company maintains an extensive growth pipeline with greenfields and near-mine exploration projects.
Risks and Contingencies: The filing text does not explicitly detail specific risks or contingencies, referring readers to the full Annual Report for detailed information.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the full Annual Report for F2009 on the company website (www.goldfields.co.za) for detailed financial statements.
- Confirm the specific revenue, net income, and cash flow figures for the year ended June 30, 2009, which are not included in this summary filing.
- Review the Statement on Mineral Reserves and Resources included in the Annual Report.
- Assess the status of the "extensive growth pipeline" and specific exploration projects mentioned.