Newmont Elevates Natascha Viljoen to President and COO

Newmont Corporation has promoted Natascha Viljoen to President and Chief Operating Officer, recognizing her leadership since 2023 and her role in driving operational excellence and safe delivery. The promotion comes after the integration of Newcrest and is aimed at improving cost efficiency and productivity to deliver value to shareholders. CEO Tom Palmer highlighted Viljoen’s deep industry experience, including her prior role as CEO of Anglo American Platinum, and emphasized her commitment to Newmont’s values and stakeholder engagement. Financial analysts generally rate Newmont as 'Outperform,' citing strong profitability, effective cash management, and robust year-to-date returns, though some caution is advised regarding potential cost pressures and market volatility. Viljoen expressed enthusiasm for her expanded responsibilities and dedication to ensuring the company’s continued growth and stakeholder benefit. Newmont remains the only gold producer in the S&P 500 Index and is recognized for its strong environmental, social, and governance practices.