Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K is filed by Penn West Energy Trust (noted as OBSIDIAN ENERGY LTD. in request metadata, but the filing text identifies Penn West Energy Trust) for the month of May 2009. The filing incorporates by reference the First Quarter Interim Report and Financial Statements for the period ended March 31, 2009. The registrant is a foreign private issuer based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Key Financial Metrics
The provided text is a cover sheet and exhibit index for the Form 6-K. It does not contain specific numerical data regarding revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are contained within Exhibit 99.1 (First Quarter Interim Report), which is incorporated by reference but not included in the input text.
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide details on material changes versus prior periods. Such information would be located in the incorporated First Quarter Interim Report (Exhibit 99.1).
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
No guidance, outlook, management commentary, risks, or contingencies are detailed in the provided text. The document serves solely to notify the SEC of the filing of the interim report and certifications.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the actual financial performance by reviewing Exhibit 99.1 (First Quarter Interim Report and Financial Statements for the period ended March 31, 2009), as the cover sheet contains no financial data.
- Confirm the identity of the registrant as Penn West Energy Trust, noting the discrepancy with the "OBSIDIAN ENERGY LTD." label in the request metadata.
- Review the certifications signed by the CEO and CFO (Exhibits 99.2 and 99.3) for any disclosures regarding internal controls or legal proceedings.
- Check the registration statements on Form F-3 (File No. 333-145296) and Form F-10 (File No. 333-151324) referenced in the incorporation clause for updated prospectus information.