EX-7.1 3 dp36881_ex0701.htm EXHIBIT 7.1
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, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009 and 2008 are as follows:

 
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
IFRS
19.9  
28.5  
24.0  
19.9  
13.5  

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.  Fixed charges consist of interest on all indebtedness, amortization of debt discount and expense and that portion of rental expense representative of the interest factor.