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BHP profit surges on pivot to copper

By Frank Prenesti

Date: Tuesday 17 Feb 2026

(Sharecast News) - Mining giant BHP on Tuesday reported a sharp jump in first-half earnings and lifted its dividend by 46% as its pivot towards copper production from iron ore paid off.


The Melbourne-based company posted a net profit of $5.64bn in the six months to December 31,...

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