Updates share moves, adds analyst comments

** Shares of Australia's BHP Group BHP.AX rise as much as 7.3% to a record high of A$54.05

** Stock marks the biggest intraday pct gain since April 10, 2025

** Miner posts a stronger-than-expected 22% jump in half-year underlying profit of $6.20 billion, and beats Visible Alpha consensus of $6.03 billion

** Declares interim dividend of 73 cents per share

** Separately, BHP also announced a silver streaming agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals WPM.TO for upfront payment of $4.3 billion at completion

** A 60% payout interim dividend underscores balance sheet strength and confidence in cash flow sustainability - Aaron Zanchetta, market strategist at Totality

** Citi sees positive earnings revisions likely for FY’26 and FY’27 consensus underlying EBITDA

** Wheaton streaming deal on Antamina silver is a clever way to unlock capital without giving up any copper exposure - Zavier Wong, market analyst, eToro

** Stock up ~18.1% YTD