Newmont CEO Goldberg on Royalty Hikes, Kalgoorlie Stake

The transcript discusses a company's strategy to attract ETF investors by potentially increasing its dividend yield, despite fluctuating gold prices. It also covers the impact of a royalty rate hike in Western Australia on the company's operations and investment decisions. The company is considering its joint venture interests in Kalgoorlie and Turquoise Ridge, and is confident in its ability to fund high-margin projects through its cash flow.

What is the company's strategy to attract investors away from ETFs?

• Reducing stock prices

• Offering a higher dividend yield

• Increasing gold production

• Merging with other companies

How does the company plan to address the proposed royalty rate increase in Western Australia?

• By closing down operations

• By increasing gold prices

• By relocating to another country

• By negotiating with the local government

What is the potential financial impact of the royalty rate increase on the company's operations?

• $20 million per year

• $10 million per year

• $5 million per year

• $15 million per year

What is the company's stance on acquiring the remaining stake in Kalgoorlie?

• Plans to sell its current stake

• Already owns the entire stake

• Interested if the value is right

• Not interested due to high costs

How does the company plan to fund its high-margin projects?

• Through external loans

• By issuing more stocks

• Using its operating cash flows

• By selling existing assets