8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 29, 2014)

Filed July 29, 2014For Securities:AMGMGRBMGRMGRDMGRE

Summary

Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. (AMG) filed a Form 8-K on July 29, 2014, primarily to report its financial and operating results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014. The filing includes an earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains the detailed financial data for the period. Investors should note that while the press release is furnished, certain financial statement tables within it are specifically designated as "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means these tables are subject to the liabilities of that section, while other parts of the press release are furnished rather than filed. The key takeaway for investors is the availability of the company's latest quarterly performance metrics and operational updates.

Key Highlights

  • 1Form 8-K filed on July 29, 2014, reporting on the second quarter of 2014 results.
  • 2The filing includes an earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing financial and operating results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014.
  • 3Specific financial statement tables within the press release are designated as "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 4Other portions of the press release are "furnished" and not subject to Section 18 liabilities.
  • 5This report provides investors with an official update on AMG's performance during the specified quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose Affiliated Managers Group, Inc.'s (AMG) financial and operating results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014, through an accompanying earnings press release.

When information is 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, it carries legal implications, making the company liable for misstatements or omissions within that information. Information that is 'furnished' is generally considered for informational purposes and does not carry the same legal liability under Section 18.

The detailed financial and operating results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014, are contained within the earnings press release, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.