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Arista Networks, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Aug 7, 2014)

Filed August 7, 2014For Securities:ANET

Summary

This 8-K filing from Arista Networks, Inc. on August 7, 2014, primarily serves to announce the company's financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014, as detailed in an accompanying press release. Investors can find information on Arista's operational and financial performance for that period, including details that were to be further discussed in a conference call held on the same day. The filing also outlines Arista's commitment to broad and non-exclusionary dissemination of material information through various channels, including its website, investor relations portal, blogs, press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, and social media. This standard disclosure is intended to ensure that all stakeholders have access to important company updates.

Key Highlights

  • 1Arista Networks announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014, via a press release filed on August 7, 2014.
  • 2A conference call was scheduled for August 7, 2014, to discuss the Q2 2014 financial results.
  • 3The press release containing the financial results is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4The information furnished under Item 2.02 is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it has specific legal implications regarding liability.
  • 5Arista Networks detailed its channels for disseminating material information to the public.
  • 6These disclosure channels include Arista's website, investor relations website, blogs, press releases, SEC filings, conference calls, and social media.
  • 7The company encourages investors to monitor these various sources for material updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce Arista Networks' financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014, and to provide details regarding the accompanying press release and conference call.

The financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014, are detailed in the press release issued by Arista Networks on August 7, 2014, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

Arista Networks utilizes a multi-channel approach to disseminate material information, including its official website, investor relations website, blogs, press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, and social media platforms.

This means that while the information is publicly disclosed, it is not subject to the same level of regulatory scrutiny or potential liability under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as formally 'filed' documents. However, it is still incorporated by reference into other SEC filings unless explicitly excluded.