Highlights From BHP Billiton's Earnings Report

The video discusses BHP's recent performance, highlighting an 80% increase in copper and a significant boost in dividends. Investors are keen on details about the US shale asset sale, as BHP plans to return $10.8 billion to shareholders. However, specifics were not provided. The video also touches on the impact of trade on growth in China, a major market for BHP, with more insights expected from the CEO later.

What was the main highlight in BHP's recent performance?

• Increase in copper production

• Decrease in oil prices

• Reduction in workforce

• Expansion into new markets

What are investors particularly interested in regarding BHP's recent financial results?

• New product launches

• Details on the US shale asset sale

• Reduction in carbon emissions

• Partnerships with other companies

How much did BHP pledge to return to shareholders from the US shale asset sale?

• 5 billion

• 10.8 billion

• 20 billion

• 15 billion

What was missing in BHP's financial results that investors were keen to know?

• Expansion plans in Europe

• New CEO appointment

• Details on the US shale sale

• Reduction in operational costs

Why is China a significant market for BHP?

• BHP has its headquarters in China

• BHP has exclusive trade agreements with China

• It is a major consumer of BHP's products

• China provides the cheapest labor