Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Black Hills Corporation
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Filing: August 9, 2004
Reporting Period: Second Quarter 2004
This filing serves to announce the company's earnings results for the second quarter of 2004, referencing a press release attached as Exhibit 99.
Key Financial Metrics
- Earnings Per Share (Q2 2004): $0.35
- Revenue, Profit, Cash Flow, Margins, Debt, Liquidity: The filing text does not provide specific values for these metrics; it only references the attached press release for full details.
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide comparative data or specific details regarding material changes versus the prior comparable period. Investors must refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99) for year-over-year analysis.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
Management Commentary: The filing confirms the issuance of a press release regarding Q2 2004 earnings but does not contain specific management commentary, forward-looking guidance, or risk factors within the body of this 8-K document.
Legal Status: The information is furnished pursuant to Item 12 of Form 8-K and is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it incorporated by reference into other filings unless expressly stated.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the full text of the press release attached as Exhibit 99 for detailed financial statements.
- Confirm the calculation basis for the $0.35 per share earnings (e.g., diluted vs. basic).
- Review the press release for any material changes in revenue, operating expenses, or debt levels compared to Q2 2003.
- Check for any forward-looking statements or guidance included in the attached exhibit.