Benefited by the recovery of the global economy and stronger prices of products, Rio Tinto’s financial performance hit a record high in 2021.

The company’s net profit reached US$21.1 billion, and the total dividend hit the highest ever at 1,040 US cents per share, including a special dividend of 247 US cents per share, a 79% payout.

Rio Tinto's consolidated sales revenue totaled US$63.495 billion in 2021, a year-on-year increase of 42%. The net earnings reached nearly US$21.1 billion, a year-on-year surge of 116%.