Rio Tinto May Report Strongest Interim Profit Since 2014

The transcript discusses Rio Tinto's financial performance, highlighting an expected 13% increase in underlying profit to $4.45 billion on a revenue of $21.3 billion, driven by high commodity prices. It covers asset sales, including the Grasberg mine, and dividend expectations. The company aims to reach the upper end of its iron ore shipment targets. Potential risks include exposure to iron ore prices, energy costs, industrial actions, and trade tensions between the US and China.

What is the expected underlying profit for Rio Tinto for the half?

What factors are expected to propel Rio Tinto's profit?

What is the expected interim dividend for Rio Tinto?

What are the potential risks for Rio Tinto in the second half?

How is Rio Tinto exposed to the iron ore price compared to its rivals?