Summary
This 8-K filing from Amazon.com, Inc., dated January 27, 2004, primarily serves to announce the company's financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2003. The core of the filing is a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing these results, which is crucial for investors seeking to understand the company's recent performance and financial health. Additionally, the filing includes information on non-GAAP financial measures (Exhibit 99.2), a common practice to provide a more nuanced view of financial performance beyond standard accounting principles. Investors should pay close attention to the details within the referenced press release for specific revenue, profit, and operational metrics that will shape their investment decisions.
Key Highlights
- 1Announcement of Amazon.com's Fourth Quarter 2003 financial results.
- 2Reporting of Amazon.com's full year financial results for the period ended December 31, 2003.
- 3Inclusion of a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing the Q4 2003 and full-year financial performance.
- 4Reference to supplemental information regarding non-GAAP financial measures (Exhibit 99.2) to provide additional context.
- 5The filing's primary purpose is to disseminate material financial information to the public in a timely manner.
- 6Thomas J. Szkutak, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report, indicating CFO oversight of the disclosed financial information.