Rio Tinto announces operating cash generation of $13.9 billion, record full year dividend of $5.2 billion and an additional $1 billion share buy-back

  • Thursday, February 8, 2018
  • Source:ferro-alloys.com

  • Keywords:Rio Tinto,cash generation
[Fellow]Rio Tinto announces operating cash generation of $13.9 billion, record full year dividend of $5.2 billion and an additional $1 billion share buy-back

Rio Tinto chief executive J-S Jacques said “Today we have announced a strong set of results with operating cash flow of $13.9 billion, a record full year dividend of $5.2 billion and an additional $1 billion share buy-back. This brings total cash returns to shareholders to $9.7 billion declared for 2017.

“The strength of our cash flow is a result of resilient prices during the year coupled with a robust operational performance and a focus on mine to market productivity.

“Our strong balance sheet, world-class assets and disciplined allocation of capital puts us in the unique position of being able to invest in high-value growth through the cycle, and consistently deliver superior cash returns to shareholders.”

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