In terms of numbers adjusted profit rose 78% to $507 million in the quarter, from $285 million a year earlier, and the Co.
In the report it was noted, production in the second half is expected to be greater than the first.
Speculation has been swirling around the two companies and Sibanye-Stillwater, whose CEO Neal Froneman floated the idea of a three-way merger in March.
Finally, Bristow said “The rise in the gold price has prompted a resurgence of the short-termism which has plagued the market, with some investors focusing on short-term gains rather than sustainable growth.