Improved Safety Performance
Safety improved in the second quarter with lost time injuries falling from 4 to 2 and the lost time injury frequency rate reducing from 0.28 to 0.16.
Stable Product Prices
Despite market weakness, Petra's average diamond prices remained broadly stable due to product mix offsetting like-for-like price declines.
Successful Shift Transition at Finsch
Finsch mine successfully transitioned to a two-shift configuration, with improved output and more predictable operating performance expected.
Positive Market Signs
Encouraging reports of stronger online jewelry demand in the U.S. during the festive season and stronger jewelry demand in India during Diwali.