‘A milestone but not the best we can be’ - Anglo American CEO on record half-year earnings

Anglo American, a global mining company, has surpassed expectations by reporting a remarkable 262% increase in underlying Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) for the first half of the year, ending in June. This outstanding performance was primarily attributed to high commodity prices and robust market demand. As a result, the company was able to distribute an interim dividend totaling $2.1 billion and provide an additional $2 billion in returns to its shareholders. Mark Cutifani, the CEO of Anglo American, recently spoke with CNBC Africa to delve into the company's exceptional financial results and future prospects. Cutifani emphasized that while achieving record earnings is a significant milestone, he believes that the company can strive for even greater success. He highlighted the absence of any fatal incidents during the period as a crucial achievement, emphasizing the importance of safety in addition to financial performance.