On January 19th, BHP announced data showing that in the first half of the 2024 fiscal year, BHP Western Australia Iron Mine (WAIO) production increased by 5% quarter on quarter. Copper production increased by 7% compared to the first half of the 2023 fiscal year, thanks to Spence copper mine's record high production in the first half of the fiscal year, as well as Copper South Australia's sustained strong performance and increased production. The semi annual performance of New South Wales thermal coal reached a new high in five years. Due to factors such as planned equipment maintenance and low inventory, the production of BMA has decreased. In addition, the group is evaluating various feasible response plans to alleviate the impact of the significant decline in nickel prices on Nickel West.