What were Anglo American's first-half underlying earnings and how much did they increase compared to the previous year?

Anglo American reported a 35% rise in first-half underlying earnings from its continuing operations, with profits of $4 billion.

Why is Anglo American exiting the diamond business, and what financial performance did De Beers post recently?

Anglo American is exiting the diamond business amid one of the industry’s deepest and most prolonged crises, marked by plunging gem prices; De Beers posted a loss of $113 million and has suffered three impairments in three years, prompting Anglo to discuss a $1 billion deal to sell its 85% stake.

Anglo American Posts Profit Jump on Record Copper Prices

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Anglo American reported a 35% profit surge driven by record copper prices, raising dividends and planning to exit diamonds and coal to focus on copper mining.

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