GOLD FIELDS LTD | CIK:0001172724 | 3

  • Filed: 4/23/2018
  • Entity registrant name: GOLD FIELDS LTD (CIK: 0001172724)
  • Generator: Donnelley Financial Solutions
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  • ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForEarningsPerShareExplanatory

    16. EARNINGS PER SHARE

    The Group presents basic and diluted earnings per share. Basic earnings per share is calculated based on the profit attributable to ordinary shareholders divided by the weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue during the period. Diluted earnings per share is determined by adjusting the profit attributable to ordinary shareholders, if applicable, and the weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue for ordinary shares that may be issued in the future