MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. - Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K was filed by MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. on October 26, 2004, reporting events occurring on October 27, 2004. The filing serves as a current report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not provide specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. The document focuses exclusively on a corporate action regarding shareholder returns.
Material Changes
Under Item 8.01 (Other Events), the company announced the declaration of a cash dividend on its common stock. The full details of this declaration are contained in a press release dated October 27, 2004, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or discussion of contingencies beyond the dividend announcement. No unusual items were reported in this specific filing.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific dividend amount per share and the record date by reviewing Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release dated October 27, 2004).
- Confirm the payment date for the declared dividend.
- Check subsequent filings for any changes to the dividend policy or financial performance impacting the ability to pay the dividend.