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BHP Reports Record Annual Production of Iron Ore and Copper Despite Global Volatility

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BHP Group Ltd reported record annual production of iron ore and copper, with the latter benefiting from growing demand stemming from the renewable energy sector and electrification. Despite ongoing global volatility and uncertainty, the Melbourne, Australia-based diversified miner saw copper production rise 8.1% to 2.0 million tonnes in the financial year ended June 30, up from 1.9 million tonnes in the previous year. Iron ore production for the year grew 1.3% to 263.0 million tonnes from 259.7 million tonnes. The company's CEO, Mike Henry, attributed the resilience of commodity demand to China's ability to grow its overall export base and deliver robust domestic demand.

Key Takeaways:

  • BHP reported record annual production of iron ore and copper, with copper production rising 8.1% to 2.0 million tonnes.
  • Iron ore production grew 1.3% to 263.0 million tonnes, driven by strong demand from the renewable energy sector and electrification.
  • Steelmaking coal production fell 19% to 18.0 million tonnes, while energy coal production declined 2.2% to 15.0 million tonnes in the year.
  • In contrast, fourth quarter production of energy coal jumped 8.4% to 4.1 million tonnes.
  • Chief Executive Officer Mike Henry attributed the resilience of commodity demand to China's ability to grow its overall export base and deliver robust domestic demand.
  • BHP expects to deliver copper production between 1.8 and 2.0 million tonnes, iron ore production between 258 and 269 million tonnes, and steelmaking coal between 18 and 20 million tonnes in financial 2026.

Statistics:

  • Copper production rose 8.1% to 2.0 million tonnes in the financial year ended June 30.
  • Iron ore production grew 1.3% to 263.0 million tonnes in the financial year ended June 30.
  • Steelmaking coal production fell 19% to 18.0 million tonnes in the year.
  • Energy coal production declined 2.2% to 15.0 million tonnes in the year.
  • BHP shares were 2.9% higher at AUD40.24 each in Sydney on Friday morning.

Sources:

  • Alliance News: "BHP reports record annual production of iron ore, copper" (Friday, [date]).
  • BHP Group Ltd: "Operational Review" (financial year ended June 30, 2025).
  • Mike Henry: CEO of BHP Group Ltd, quoted in Alliance News.

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