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Gold Fields Ltd (GFI)
NYSE:GFI
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 20, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
2.71Last Year’s EPS
0.85Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveys a predominantly positive performance: material production growth, strong cash generation, substantial reserve replacement and a marked increase in shareholder returns underpin a healthy operational and financial momentum. Offsetting risks include modest cost inflation, elevated capital requirements (especially in Australia), specific operational declines (Damang, Tarkwa), safety incidents, high contractor turnover at Gruyere and potential Ghana royalty/lease uncertainty that could raise future unit costs. Management has clear mitigation plans (portfolio optimization, capital allocation framework, community/permitting progress and contractor remediation), and balance-sheet metrics remain strong, supporting continued returns and growth investment.Company Guidance
Strong Production Growth
Attributable production rose 18% year-on-year to 2.44 million ounces, at the upper end of guidance (2.25–2.45 Moz). Salares Norte ramp-up was a major contributor to the increase.
Record Cash Generation and Earnings
Adjusted free cash flow was just under $3.0 billion (up ~391% year-on-year). Headline earnings rose 117% to $2.6 billion. Operations generated $5.5 billion before tax; cash flows from operations before investing were $4.5 billion.
Significant Shareholder Returns
Delivered record shareholder returns of ~ZAR 31.9 per share (≈220% increase vs 2024). Declared a base dividend of ZAR 25.50/share, a special dividend of ZAR 4.50/share, and a $100 million share buyback; additional returns of $353 million announced. Top-up program increased from $500m to $750m over 2 years.
Balance Sheet Strength
Net debt of $1.4 billion (including ~$500 million leases) and a net debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 0.26x after completing Osisko and Gold Road transactions.
Portfolio Progress — Key Asset Deliveries
Salares Norte reached commercial production in Q3 with steady-state in Q4 and better-than-expected recoveries. Gold Road acquisition consolidated 100% of Gruyere. Windfall advanced toward FID with permitting, community engagement and execution plan updates underway.
Reserve Replacement and Exploration Success
Added ~4.0 million ounces to reserves, a 9% increase year-on-year (offsetting ~2.5 Moz depletion). Brownfields spend USD 129m and greenfields USD 101m, including investment in Founders Metals (Antino exposure).
Operational Improvements at Key Mines
Tonnes mined at Gruyere up 37% year-on-year with record mill throughput (9.6 Mt). South Deep production up ~16% due to improved stope turnover; St Ives production up 12% with better mill yields.
ESG and Stewardship Achievements
Zero serious environmental incidents for seven consecutive years. Delivered 15% absolute emissions reduction (vs 2026 baseline) and 74% water recycling (target 73%). Gender diversity: 27% female employees and 28% female in leadership.
GFI Earnings History
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GFI Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 19, 2026 | $52.31 | $52.84 | +1.01% |
Aug 22, 2025 | $30.00 | $30.86 | +2.84% |
Feb 20, 2025 | $18.41 | $18.75 | +1.86% |
Aug 23, 2024 | $15.25 | $14.05 | -7.87% |
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FAQ
When does Gold Fields Ltd (GFI) report earnings?
Gold Fields Ltd (GFI) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 20, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is GFI EPS forecast?
GFI EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 2.71.