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AFLAC INC 8-K/A Report, Financial Results (Jul 29, 2021)

Filed July 29, 2021For Securities:AFL

Summary

Aflac Incorporated filed an 8-K/A amendment on July 29, 2021, primarily to furnish its press release dated July 28, 2021, which details its second quarter 2021 financial results. While this filing doesn't introduce new information beyond what was in the press release, it serves as the official record for investors regarding the company's performance during the quarter. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific financial metrics and operational updates. The company is stating that the information furnished, in accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, is not considered "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, nor incorporated by reference unless specifically stated in other filings. This means the press release's content is informational for the reporting period without triggering broader disclosure obligations under those specific sections of securities law.

Key Highlights

  • 1Aflac Incorporated is reporting its second quarter 2021 financial results via a furnished press release dated July 28, 2021, as part of an 8-K/A filing.
  • 2The filing serves to officially include the press release as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3Key financial and operational details for the second quarter of 2021 are contained within the press release.
  • 4The furnished information is not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 5The furnished information is not incorporated by reference in other filings unless specifically referenced.
  • 6Investors should consult Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) for the actual financial performance data.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K/A filing is to formally furnish Aflac Incorporated's press release dated July 28, 2021, which contains its second quarter 2021 financial results. It's an amendment to ensure the press release is officially part of the company's SEC filings for that period.

The actual financial results and details for Aflac's second quarter of 2021 are located within the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K/A filing. Investors should review this exhibit for specific performance metrics.

No, according to the filing's language (General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K), the information furnished in Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it's primarily for informational purposes regarding the quarter's results without triggering the same level of legal responsibility as a fully "filed" document under that specific section.