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AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING INC 8-K Report (Jul 27, 2004)

Filed July 27, 2004For Securities:ADP

Summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) filed an 8-K on July 27, 2004, to report its financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2004. The report primarily serves to attach a press release detailing these results, which is incorporated by reference. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99) for the specific financial performance details of the quarter, as the 8-K itself focuses on the event of reporting these results rather than presenting the detailed figures directly within the filing.

Key Highlights

  • 1ADP reported its financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2004.
  • 2The 8-K filing incorporates by reference a press release dated July 27, 2004, which contains the detailed financial results.
  • 3The filing is made under Item 12 of Form 8-K, covering Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
  • 4The information furnished under Item 12 is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 5Investors seeking specific financial data (revenue, net income, EPS, etc.) for the quarter should consult the attached press release (Exhibit 99).
  • 6The report confirms ADP's adherence to SEC reporting requirements for significant corporate events like quarterly earnings announcements.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report and incorporate by reference a press release that details Automatic Data Processing, Inc.'s financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2004.

The specific financial figures, such as revenue, earnings per share, and net income, are contained within the press release dated July 27, 2004, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

No, this 8-K filing itself does not contain detailed financial statements. It serves as a notification that a press release with these details has been issued and is available as an exhibit.

The statement that the information is not 'deemed filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act means that the company is generally not subject to liability under that section for the information provided in this specific filing, as it's primarily furnished rather than formally filed. However, it is still considered important information for investors.