Summary
Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) filed an 8-K on January 31, 2013, primarily to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2012, via a press release dated January 31, 2013. While the full financial details are within the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), the 8-K itself highlights a key event for shareholders: the authorization of a cash dividend. Investors should note that the company's Board of Directors authorized a cash dividend of $0.24 per share on January 24, 2013. This dividend is scheduled to be paid on February 26, 2013, to shareholders who are on record by the close of business on February 13, 2013. This information is crucial for income-focused investors and those tracking dividend payouts.
Key Highlights
- 1SCCO announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2012.
- 2A press release dated January 31, 2013, contains the detailed financial results.
- 3The Board of Directors authorized a cash dividend of $0.24 per common share.
- 4The dividend payment date is February 26, 2013.
- 5Shareholders of record by February 13, 2013, will receive the dividend.
- 6The filing is furnished, not deemed filed, meaning it doesn't automatically incorporate into other SEC filings unless specified.