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AMAZON COM INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 23, 2008)

Filed July 23, 2008For Securities:AMZN

Summary

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) filed this Form 8-K on July 23, 2008, to report its financial results for the second quarter of 2008. The filing primarily serves as a notification of the release of this information and directs investors to the accompanying press release and supplemental disclosures for the detailed financial data. Investors should consult Exhibit 99.1 for the full press release detailing the company's performance and Exhibit 99.2 for an explanation of any non-GAAP financial measures used. This report is crucial for understanding Amazon's operational and financial standing as of Q2 2008. While the 8-K itself doesn't contain the figures, it acts as the official channel for the release of this information to the public. Investors are urged to review the referenced exhibits to gain insights into revenue, profitability, and any forward-looking statements made by the company concerning its outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Amazon.com, Inc. officially announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2008 on July 23, 2008.
  • 2The Form 8-K filing serves as the official record of this announcement.
  • 3Investors are directed to Exhibit 99.1, which is a press release containing the detailed Q2 2008 financial results.
  • 4Exhibit 99.2 provides important information and clarification regarding the use of non-GAAP financial measures in the company's disclosures.
  • 5The filing was signed by Thomas J. Szkutak, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, indicating official approval of the reported results.
  • 6This report is a standard regulatory disclosure for material financial events.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this Form 8-K filing is to officially announce and report Amazon.com, Inc.'s financial results for the second quarter of 2008. It serves as a public record that the company has released this information and directs investors to the accompanying exhibits for the detailed financial data.

The actual financial results for the second quarter of 2008 are contained within the press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K. Investors should refer to this press release for detailed information on revenue, earnings, and other financial metrics.

Exhibit 99.2 provides important supplemental information regarding the use of non-GAAP financial measures in Amazon.com's public disclosures, including its second quarter 2008 financial results announcement. Investors should review this exhibit to understand how these non-GAAP measures are presented and reconciled with GAAP figures.

This report was signed by Thomas J. Szkutak, who holds the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Amazon.com, Inc.