SEC Filing Summary: Midstates Petroleum Company, Inc.
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K was filed by Midstates Petroleum Company, Inc. on May 7, 2013, reporting events occurring on May 6, 2013. The filing serves to announce the issuance of a press release detailing the Company's results of operations and financial condition for the quarter ended March 31, 2013.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are contained within the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1, which is referenced but not included in the provided text.
Material Changes
No material changes versus the prior comparable period are detailed in the body of this Form 8-K. The document solely references the existence of the quarterly results report.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing does not contain management commentary, forward-looking guidance, specific risk factors, or details on contingencies and unusual items. It explicitly states that the information furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and Exhibit 99.1 is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and will not be incorporated by reference unless specifically identified.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release dated May 6, 2013) for actual financial figures and operational highlights.
- Verify the specific revenue and earnings per share for the quarter ended March 31, 2013.
- Confirm any updates to production volumes or capital expenditure plans mentioned in the press release.
- Check for any forward-looking statements or guidance provided in the attached press release.