Antofagasta Posts Higher Earnings

Antofagasta PLC ANFGY reported a rise in its operating earnings in the first nine months of the year. Antofagasta's sales climbed 16% to $4.85 billion, from $4.17 billion, in the year-ago period. Its earnings before interest, taxes depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) gained 13% to $2.83 billion. Antofagasta shares closed at $38.72 yesterday.