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BHP Billiton doubles H2 net profit SYDNEY, (Reuters) - Aug 18, 2004
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| The world's biggest mining group, BHP Billiton Ltd./Plc. said on Wednesday its second-half net profit more than doubled on strong demand for industrial raw materials, and forecast sustained high prices for commodities. |
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Aug 18, 2004 11:07:01 |
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