Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Ternium S.A. is dated June 30, 2009. The document serves as a notification that the company has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008. Ternium is a leading steel manufacturer in Latin America with principal operations in Mexico and Argentina, serving industries including construction, automotive, and energy with an annual production capacity of approximately 9 million tons.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide specific financial values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This document is a procedural announcement regarding the availability of the 2008 annual report rather than a financial results release.
Material Changes
No material changes in financial performance or operations are detailed in this specific filing. The document solely confirms the submission of the 2008 Form 20-F to the SEC.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or discussion of contingencies. It directs investors to the company website or investor relations contacts to obtain the full 2008 Form 20-F for detailed information.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- The 2008 Form 20-F is available on the Ternium website at http://www.ternium.com/en/investor/annual.asp.
- Physical copies of the report can be requested via phone at +352 26 68 31 52 or +1 800 555 2470 (US toll-free).
- Ternium's principal executive offices are located in Luxembourg, though operations are centered in Mexico and Argentina.
- The filing was signed by Raúl Darderes, Secretary to the Board of Directors.