BHP CEO Sees Lots of Interest in $10 Billion Shale Unit

The transcript discusses the company's strong financial performance, highlighting a 25% profit increase and a 38% dividend rise. It outlines asset sales in the oil and gas sector, focusing on the Fayetteville region, and the strategy for debt reduction and shareholder returns. The company is open to buybacks but will decide at the fiscal year's end. Engagement with Elliott Management is ongoing, with discussions on the dualistic structure and potential unification.

What was the percentage increase in the company's profits as mentioned in the first section?

• 15%

• 25%

• 45%

• 35%

What is the company's approach to asset sales in the oil and gas sector?

• Expanding the asset portfolio

• Avoiding any asset sales

• Focusing on strategic sales for value

• Selling all assets immediately

How does the company plan to use the proceeds from asset sales?

• Invest in new projects

• Pay down debt and return to shareholders

• Increase executive salaries

• Expand into new markets

What is the company's stance on buybacks with the extra cash from asset sales?

• They are against buybacks

• They have already started buybacks

• They are considering buybacks

• They have ruled out buybacks

What is the company's current view on its dual-listed structure?

• They have decided to remain dual-listed

• They see no benefit in unifying

• They are in a hurry to unify

• They are open to unifying but cautious