Newcrest Mining CEO on Earnings, Deploying Cash, Covid Impact

The video discusses the company's gold production outlook, dividend strategy, and expansion plans. It analyzes market risks, including the potential for a commodity supercycle, and highlights the importance of maintaining high margins. The company addresses its operational resilience in the face of COVID-19 and outlines its ESG and climate initiatives, including a commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050.

What is the company's outlook on gold production?

• 1.5 to 1.7 million ounces

• 2.4 to 2.6 million ounces

• 1.8 to 2 million ounces

• 2.1 to 2.3 million ounces

Why has the company increased its dividends for six straight years?

• To expand into new markets

• To reward shareholders

• To comply with government regulations

• To reduce operational costs

What is a key factor that could disrupt the commodity supercycle?

• Stable economic conditions

• Rising gold prices

• Increased mining activities

• Dollar movements and Fed policies

How does the company plan to maintain high margins?

• By increasing gold prices

• By focusing on all-in sustaining costs

• By cutting workforce

• By reducing copper production

What percentage of the company's revenue came from copper last year?

• 30%

• 40%

• 22%

• 15%

What is the company's approach to handling potential disruptions from the delta variant?

• Reducing workforce

• Maintaining strict COVID-19 protocols

• Increasing production rates

• Implementing new mining technologies

What is the company's target for carbon emission reduction by 2030?

• 40% reduction

• 20% reduction

• 10% reduction

• 30% reduction