BHP Billiton Ltd. (BHP) has reported financial results for half year ended December 31, 2011 with net income of $9.9 billion (excluding exceptional items), down 7.1% from $10.7 billion for half year ended December 31, 2010. Diluted earnings per ordinary share were recorded at $1.86 ($3.72 per ADS).
Revenues increased 9.7% to $37.5 billion from $34.2 billion for half year ended December 31, 2010. Underlying EBIT and EBIDTA were recorded at $15.7 billion and $18.7 billion, up 5.8% and 8.3% … [visit site to read more] or compare Credit Card Rewards and Best Credit Cards