Business Context and Reporting Period
Southern Copper Corporation (SCC) filed this Form 8-K on February 12, 2019, to report the issuance of a press release dated February 11, 2019. The filing announces financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2018.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are contained within the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) but are not detailed in the body of this 8-K document.
Dividend Declaration: On January 24, 2019, the Board of Directors authorized a cash dividend of $0.40 per share.
- Record Date: February 12, 2019
- Payment Date: February 26, 2019
Material Changes
The filing does not contain comparative financial data or a discussion of material changes versus prior periods. It serves solely as a notification of the results announcement and the dividend declaration.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or details on contingencies. The document explicitly states that the information is furnished and not "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it will not be incorporated by reference into other registration statements.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific Q4 and full-year 2018 financial figures.
- Confirm shareholder status as of the close of business on February 12, 2019, to ensure eligibility for the $0.40 per share dividend.
- Verify the dividend payment date of February 26, 2019.