Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Black Hills Corporation
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: May 10, 2011
Reporting Period: First quarter ended March 31, 2011
Key Financial Metrics
| Metric | Q1 2011 | Q1 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | $26.9 million | $31.4 million |
| Earnings Per Share | $0.68 | $0.81 |
Note: The filing text does not provide specific values for revenue, operating cash flow, margins, debt levels, or liquidity ratios.
Material Changes
- Net Income: Decreased by $4.5 million (approximately 14.3%) compared to the same period in 2010.
- Earnings Per Share: Decreased by $0.13 per share compared to the prior year period.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing serves as a notification of the press release announcing first-quarter results. It does not contain specific management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or details regarding contingencies and unusual items within the text provided.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review the attached Press Release (Exhibit 99) for detailed revenue figures and segment performance.
- Verify the specific drivers behind the 14.3% decline in net income.
- Check subsequent filings for updated liquidity and debt position data not included in this summary.