EX-7.1 3 dp09021_ex0701.htm
 

 
EXHIBIT 7.1
 
 
RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES
 
Our consolidated ratios of earnings to fixed charges calculated in accordance with IFRS for the twelve month periods ended December 31, 2007, 2006, 2005 and 2004 are as follows:-
 
 
Twelve Months Ended December 31, 
 
2007
2006
2005
2004
2003
 
U.S. $ millions
 IFRS
15.6
92.7
85.6
93.6
100.4
 
For the purpose of computing these ratios, earnings consist of the income from continuing ordinary activities before taxation of Group companies and income received from companies owned 50% or less, plus fixed charges (excluding capitalized interest). Fixed charges consist of interest (including capitalized interest) on all indebtedness, amortization of debt discount and expense and that portion of rental expense representative of the interest factor.