Summary
This 8-K filing from ONEOK Inc. (OKE), dated December 21, 2015, primarily serves to disclose the company's and its subsidiary ONEOK Partners, L.P.'s financial guidance for the upcoming year 2016. Investors should note that this information was released via a press announcement and is being furnished, not formally filed, meaning it does not carry the same legal implications as a standard filing under Section 18 of the Exchange Act. The key takeaway for investors is the forward-looking financial outlook provided for 2016. While the specific guidance figures are detailed in the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), the essence of this filing is the company's proactive communication of its expected financial performance. This allows investors to assess ONEOK's anticipated business trajectory and make informed decisions regarding their investment.
Key Highlights
- 1ONEOK Inc. and ONEOK Partners, L.P. announced their 2016 financial guidance on December 21, 2015.
- 2The financial guidance for 2016 is presented in an attached news release (Exhibit 99.1).
- 3This information is being furnished under Regulation FD, not formally filed under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
- 4The filing provides forward-looking statements regarding the expected financial performance for the year 2016.
- 5Investors can use this guidance to assess ONEOK's projected business performance and strategy.