Financial Performance - Revenue increased by 14% to R6 239.7 million[2] - Operating profit increased by 14% to R2 081.3 million[2] - Headline earnings increased by 4% to R1 327.2 million[2] - Capital expenditure increased significantly to R2 985.7 million (FY2023: R1 145.2 million)[2] Operational Performance - Gold production decreased by 5% to 5 002 kg[2] - Throughput decreased by 3% to 22.3Mt[2] - Cash operating costs increased by 20% to R833 536/kg[2] - All-in sustaining costs margin of 24%[2] ESG Performance - Potable water consumption decreased significantly by 58% to 988 MI[2] - Electricity consumption decreased by 6% to 312 333 MWh[2] - Hectares vegetated increased to 59ha (FY2023: 25ha)[2] Strategic Initiatives - Ergo Solar Project substantially completed, with 40MW operational and 160MWh battery energy storage system underway[2,7] - Regional Tailings Storage Facility breaking of ground on 5 July 2024[8] Future Outlook - FY2025 guidance: Gold production between 155 000oz and 165 000oz at cash operating cost of R870 000/kg[39] - Expected capital investment of R3.5 billion in FY2025[39]

Core Viewpoint - DRDGOLD Limited maintains a Hold rating, with a promising outlook driven by bullish gold prices and operational improvements following the commissioning of new feeders at the Ergo plant [5][10]. Company Overview - DRDGOLD Limited is a gold mining company based in Johannesburg, South Africa, focused on extracting gold from surface tailings in the Witwatersrand Basin [5]. - The company holds approximately 5.8 million ounces of gold in mineral reserves and about 9.6 million ounces in mineral resources, with the Ergo segment accounting for around 60% of total mineral reserves [5]. Recent Performance - DRDGOLD shares have increased by 22.75%, or 24.45% including dividends, outperforming the S&P 500's return of 13.46% [6]. - An interim dividend of R$0.20/share (approximately US$0.011/share) was announced for the first half of fiscal year 2024, marking the 17th consecutive year of dividend payments [6]. Gold Price Impact - The price of gold is a critical driver for DRDGOLD's earnings, with an increase in gold prices offsetting declines in production and rising operating costs [9]. - The average gold price reached US$2,337.55/oz as of June 30, 2024, reflecting an 18.2% year-on-year increase [10]. Operational Developments - The commissioning of the 4L3 and 5L27 feeders at the Ergo plant is expected to enhance throughput and improve operational performance [9]. - DRDGOLD's production for the first half of fiscal year 2024 was impacted by a 7% year-on-year decline, but profitability was supported by a 22% increase in the Rand gold price [9]. Future Outlook - Analysts predict continued bullishness in gold prices, with forecasts suggesting prices could reach US$3,000/oz within 6-18 months [11]. - The company plans to invest approximately R3,500 million (around US$193.2 million) in capital infrastructure, including a 60 MW solar project and expansion at the Far West Gold Recoveries division [11]. Stock Performance - DRD shares are currently trading at $9.60, with a market capitalization of $821.87 million, slightly above the midpoint of the 52-week range [12]. - The stock is showing signs of nearing the top of its price cycle, suggesting investors may want to wait for a dip before increasing holdings [12][13].

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DRDGOLD Ltd (NYSE:DRD, JSE:DRD, OTC:DRDGF) CEO Niël Pretorius spoke with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to shed light on the company's financial performance in the first half, which saw a 12% revenue increase and the declaration of an interim dividend for the 17th consecutive year. This interview not only explores DRDGOLD's recent financial achievements but also delves into its forward-looking investments, including a significant push towards renewable energy and the expansion of its gold recovery operations. ...

RESULTS for the six months ended 31 December 2023 DISCLAIMER GROUP KEY FEATURES 17th consecutive financial year of dividend payment of (20 cents per share for HY1 FY2023) development spend of Riaan Davel Chief Financial Officer RE GIND 2 Pay as you earn (PAYE): R127.8m 22% increase in the average Rand gold price received to R1 173 245/kg Women in Mining R27.2m 6% decrease remained unchanged at 24% of total staff 12% increase Production 2 547kg Headline earnings R589.3m 10% increase 4 ERGO OPERATING TRENDS P ...

DRDGOLD Limited (NYSE:DRD) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 14, 2024 3:00 AM ET Niel Pretorius - Chief Executive Officer Niel Pretorius Headline earnings on the back of both revenues and the increase in operating profit have gone up by 10%. And I think because of positive headline earnings, itÂ's just all the more compelling to again declare that dividend that informs the – to an extent, it's one of the considerations when it comes to the decision whether or not to declare a dividend. We again play ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F | FORM 20-F | | --- | | ☐ REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 | | OR | | ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the | | fiscal year ended June 30, 2023 ☑ | | OR | | ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 | | OR | | ☐ SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) ...

D 2 PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS FINANCIAL In a financial year filled with "switch-over" challenges between sites at both operations amidst a litany of local, national and global challenges, we are proud of the results achieved in FY2023. Headline earnings per share 148.2 cps Cash operating 882 Free cash inflows R469.1m 16 Years uninterrupted dividend declaration Operating profit R1 819.0m OPERATIONAL AND GROWTH We believe in being adaptable d retaining our versatility we grow and poter Volume throughput 23.0Mt Y ...