As of March 2025, mining company BHP reached a market capitalization of nearly 122.67 billion U.S. dollars. The company specializes in mining and selling iron ore, copper and coal. Top mining companies worldwide Based on market capitalization in 2025, BHP, Rio Tinto, and China Shenhua Energy were the three leading mining companies in the world. Headquartered in Australia, BHP’s revenue more than doubled between 2004 and 2014, growing from 24.9 billion to 52.1 billion U.S. dollars, and reached a peak of 65.1 billion U.S. dollars in 2022. In 2024, BHP's revenue decreased again to 55.6 billion U.S. dollars. On the other side of the world from Australia, London is also the headquarters of some of the world's most prominent mining companies, including Rio Tinto, Anglo American, and Antofagasta. Rio Tinto's main segments are categorized based on the company's main mineral products produced: aluminum, iron ore, copper, and other minerals. Where gold mining companies are based Several of the world's largest gold mining companies are headquartered in Canada. Barrick Gold and Agnico Eagle Mines are both based in Canada and are among the largest mining companies in the world. However, gold producers from South Africa, the United States, Australia, and other countries are also among the global leaders in gold production. Regulations have been formed in order to harmonize and stabilize the mining sector, especially within mineral-rich countries.

BHP Group Limited led the metals and mining companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange as of March 2025, with a market capitalization of over 200 billion Australian dollars. BHP (formerly known as BHP Billiton) is a British-Australian mining company, with its major headquarters in London and Melbourne. It is one of the leading mining companies in the world. Mining company BHP BHP is a global mining, metals, and petroleum company with operations in Australia, North America, South America, and the U.K. In the fiscal year 2024, BHP’s revenue reached 55.6 billion U.S. dollars. The profit of BHP was reported at over 9.6 billion U.S. dollars in the same year. The company primarily focuses on the extraction of coal, copper, iron ore, and petroleum. BHP's iron ore segment had the highest revenue at over 27 billion U.S. dollars in the fiscal year 2024.  Mining in Australia  Mining is one of Australia’s largest industries, and the country plays a crucial role in the trade of mining commodities. The value added by the mining industry in Australia exceeded 350 billion Australian dollars in 2023. Furthermore, the mining industry provides employment opportunities to over 200 thousand people in Australia. Australia’s role in the mining industry is expected to continue to grow, particularly in Asia, due to its vast resources, proximity, and willingness to participate in the global marketplace.