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Archer-Daniels-Midland Co 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 1, 2012)

Filed May 1, 2012For Securities:ADM

Summary

Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM) filed an 8-K on May 1, 2012, to report its third-quarter results for fiscal year 2012. The filing primarily serves to attach the press release announcing these results, which provides investors with key financial performance indicators for the quarter ending March 31, 2012. Investors should note that the press release contains non-GAAP financial measures, and a reconciliation to GAAP figures is provided within the release itself. While the 8-K itself does not detail the results, it directs investors to the attached press release for specific operational and financial condition information. The key takeaway for investors is that ADM has publicly disclosed its Q3 2012 performance, allowing for an assessment of the company's recent business activities and financial standing. Interested parties are encouraged to review the provided press release for a comprehensive understanding of ADM's third-quarter performance.

Key Highlights

  • 1ADM announced its third-quarter results for fiscal year 2012 via a press release on May 1, 2012.
  • 2The 8-K filing primarily serves to furnish this press release as an exhibit.
  • 3The press release contains information regarding ADM's financial condition and results of operations for the quarter.
  • 4Investors are advised that the press release includes non-GAAP financial measures.
  • 5A reconciliation of non-GAAP to GAAP financial measures is provided within the press release.
  • 6The information provided is for the third quarter, ending approximately March 31, 2012.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce and provide access to Archer-Daniels-Midland Company's (ADM) third-quarter results for fiscal year 2012, which were released via a press release on May 1, 2012. The press release is attached as an exhibit.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release dated May 1, 2012, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

Yes, the press release announcing ADM's third-quarter results does refer to non-GAAP financial measures. A reconciliation of these non-GAAP measures to the comparable GAAP financial measures is provided within the press release itself.

No, the information furnished in the press release is generally not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, nor is it automatically incorporated by reference into other SEC filings, unless expressly stated.