South32 Ltd. reported its half year (H1 FY26) financial results, posting a profit after tax attributable to members of USD 464 million, an increase of USD 104 million. Underlying earnings attributable to members rose to USD 435 million, up by USD 60 million. Total adjustments to derive H1 FY26 Underlying EBIT amounted to USD 184 million, which included significant items such as employee separation costs, termination of contractual arrangements, and a write-down of raw materials and consumables at Mozal Aluminium as the smelter transitions to care and maintenance. During the period, the company continued its capital management initiatives, with its on-market share buy-back reducing shares on issue by 16 percent at an average price of AUD 3.06 per share. South32 Ltd. maintained its ordinary dividend payments, distributing a minimum of 40 percent of underlying earnings as ordinary dividends. Operationally, production guidance was maintained across its operated assets. For H1 FY26, production performance as a percentage of guidance included Worsley Alumina at 52 percent, Hillside Aluminium at 76 percent, Mozal Aluminium at 55 percent, Australia Manganese at 52 percent, and South Africa Manganese at 53 percent. The transition of Mozal Aluminium to care and maintenance was a notable development during the period. South32 Ltd. reiterated its focus on safe and reliable operations, maintaining an investment-grade credit rating, and maximizing shareholder returns through dividends and ongoing share buy-backs.

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