8-KEarnings & ResultsRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

ADVANCED MICRO DEVICES INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 7, 2008)

Filed April 7, 2008For Securities:AMD

Summary

This 8-K filing by Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) on April 7, 2008, primarily serves to announce updated guidance for the fiscal quarter ended March 29, 2008. The filing itself is brief, indicating that the core information regarding operational results and financial condition for the quarter is contained within an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), which is incorporated by reference under Regulation FD disclosures. Investors should refer to this press release for specific details on AMD's financial performance and outlook for the first quarter of 2008.

Key Highlights

  • 1AMD filed an 8-K on April 7, 2008, to provide updated guidance for the fiscal quarter ended March 29, 2008.
  • 2The filing primarily consists of information furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure).
  • 3The detailed financial results and operational guidance are provided in an attached press release, designated as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4Information furnished in this report is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, but may be incorporated by reference into other filings.
  • 5The earliest event reported is related to the announcement of updated guidance on April 7, 2008.
  • 6The filing signals a proactive disclosure of financial performance expectations for the most recently completed quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce updated guidance from Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) regarding its financial results for the fiscal quarter that ended on March 29, 2008. The specific details are provided in an attached press release.

The actual financial results and guidance details for the quarter ended March 29, 2008, are contained in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should review this exhibit for specific performance metrics and outlook.

According to the filing, the information furnished in this report, including the press release, is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. However, it can be incorporated by reference into other SEC filings if specifically referenced.

The updated guidance provided by AMD in this filing pertains to the fiscal quarter that ended on March 29, 2008.