On October 21, 2025, BHP released its operational review for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 (ended September 30, 2025). Key highlights include:

• Iron ore production declined by 1% year-over-year to 64 million tonnes, with an average realized price of US$84.04 per wet metric tonne, up 5% compared to the same period last year.

• Copper production rose by 4% year-over-year to 494,000 tonnes, with an average realized price of US$4.59 per pound, an 8% increase from the prior-year quarter.

• Metallurgical coal production increased by 8% to 4.9 million tonnes, while energy coal production fell by 4% to 3.5 million tonnes.

BHP stated that it remains on track to meet its full-year production guidance.
(Source: Economic Observer)