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AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 27, 2016)

Filed October 27, 2016For Securities:AMT

Summary

American Tower Corporation (AMT) filed an 8-K on October 27, 2016, to report its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2016. The filing itself primarily serves as a notification of the press release, which contains the detailed financial information. Investors should refer to the furnished press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific performance metrics and operational updates from the third quarter of 2016. While the 8-K does not contain the actual financial figures, it signifies that AMT has officially communicated its quarterly performance. This is a standard disclosure for publicly traded companies, allowing investors to stay informed about the company's financial health and operational achievements during the reported period. The press release is the key document to access for a comprehensive understanding of AMT's third-quarter results.

Key Highlights

  • 1AMT filed an 8-K on October 27, 2016, disclosing its financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2016.
  • 2The 8-K filing's primary purpose was to furnish a press release containing the Q3 2016 financial results.
  • 3Exhibit 99.1, the press release, is the essential document for investors seeking detailed financial information.
  • 4The press release is furnished, not filed, meaning it is for informational purposes and not subject to specific liability sections of the Exchange Act (Section 18).
  • 5This filing confirms that AMT has communicated its Q3 2016 performance to the market.
  • 6Investors should consult the press release for data on revenue, net income, AFFO, and other key performance indicators.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to American Tower Corporation's financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2016, through an accompanying press release.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to that document for specific financial figures and operational commentary.

No, the 8-K filing itself does not list the specific financial numbers. It only states that a press release containing these results has been issued and furnished as an exhibit. You need to review Exhibit 99.1 for the actual financial data.

When an exhibit is 'furnished' (as opposed to 'filed'), it generally means it's provided for informational purposes. It's not subject to the same level of regulatory liability under specific sections of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, such as Section 18, unless expressly incorporated into another filing.