Fortescue posts record profit

Iron-ore major Fortescue Metals has reported a record net profit after tax of $3.2-billion in the full year ended June, driven by a 48% increase in revenues.

While iron-ore shipments were down 1% on the 2018 figures, at 167.7-million tonnes, higher iron-ore prices drove revenue to $65/t, for $9.96-billion in the full year.