Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Southern Peru Copper Corporation
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Report Date: October 21, 2004
Reporting Period: Quarter ended September 30, 2004
Context: The filing serves to announce the issuance of a press release containing financial results for the third quarter of 2004. The detailed financial data is contained within Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) and is not explicitly detailed in the body of this Form 8-K.
Key Financial Metrics
The provided text does not contain specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are referenced as being included in the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) but are not present in the filing text itself.
Material Changes
No material changes versus the prior comparable period are described in the text of this filing. The document solely references the announcement of results without providing comparative analysis or specific variance data.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
Management Commentary: The filing notes the issuance of a press release on October 21, 2004, but does not include the text of the commentary, guidance, or outlook.
Risks and Contingencies: No specific risks or contingencies are detailed in this excerpt.
Unusual Items: None reported in the text of this filing.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release dated October 21, 2004) for actual revenue, earnings, and cash flow figures.
- Verify the specific copper production volumes and sales prices for the quarter ended September 30, 2004, as these are not listed in the 8-K body.
- Check for any forward-looking statements or guidance provided in the attached press release.
- Confirm if there were any significant operational disruptions or regulatory changes in Peru affecting operations during the quarter.