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9/9 Score

Gold Fields Limited

Analysis Date: February 17, 2026

Gold Fields Limited operates as a gold producer with reserves and resources in Chile, South Africa, Ghana, West Africa, Australia, and Peru. The company also explores for copper deposits. It holds interests in 9 operating mines with an annual gold-equivalent production of approximately 2.34 million ounces, as well as gold mineral reserves of approximately 48.6 million ounces and mineral resources of approximately 111.8 million ounces. Gold Fields Limited was founded in 1887 and is based in Sandton, South Africa.

Buffettology Criteria

All 9 of 9 criteria passed

  • High ROE

    Return on Equity > 12%

    Value: 33.4%

  • High ROIC

    Return on Invested Capital > 9%

    Value: 21.0%

  • Cash Machine

    FCF / Assets > 5%

  • Fair Valuation

    Earnings Yield > 3.5%

    Value: 3.8%

  • Share Buybacks

    Share Count is Dropping

    Value: 0.2%

  • Defensible Moat

    Gross Profit Margin > 40%

    Value: 51.9%

  • Simple Business

    Not in a speculative sector (e.g., Biotech)

    Value: Basic Materials

  • Conservative Debt

    Debt to Equity < 1.5

    Value: 0.42x

  • Consistent Growth

    5-Year Growth is Positive

    Value: 632.2%

Analysis Summary

This GFI looks like a sturdy ship sailing on calm waters. Excellent returns on equity and invested capital, coupled with healthy free cash flow and a reasonable debt load, suggest a business that's both profitable and financially sound. The presence of a defensible moat further bolsters its long-term prospects, making this a company worth keeping a close eye on.

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