BHP sees 'green shoots' in China as profit falls to 6-year low

Mining giant warns of potential for Trump's trade war to undermine global growth

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A bucket wheel reclaimer collects ore at the BHP Billiton iron ore loading facility in Port Hedland, Australia. (Photo by Reuters)

SHAUN TURTON

SYDNEY -- Australian resource giant BHP on Tuesday reported a drop in profit on the back of weaker commodity prices, as chief executive Mike Henry pointed to signs of economic recovery in China while the company warned of the potential impact of global trade tensions.

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