Summary
Aon plc filed this 8-K on October 25, 2013, to report its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2013. The primary purpose of this filing is to incorporate by reference the press release announcing these results. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial figures, it serves as the official notification to the SEC and the investing public that Aon has publicly disclosed its third-quarter 2013 performance. Investors would need to refer to the attached Exhibit 99.1, the press release, for the specific financial performance, operational updates, and any forward-looking statements made by Aon during that period. This filing is a standard procedure for companies to disseminate earnings information promptly.
Key Highlights
- 1Aon plc filed an 8-K report on October 25, 2013.
- 2The report announces the results of operations for the quarter ended September 30, 2013.
- 3The filing incorporates by reference a press release issued by Aon on the same date (October 25, 2013).
- 4This press release (Exhibit 99.1) contains the details of Aon's financial performance for Q3 2013.
- 5The 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial statements but serves as notification of their release.
- 6Christa Davies, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report Aon plc's results of operations for the third quarter of 2013 and to incorporate by reference the press release containing these financial details.
The detailed financial results are located in the press release issued by Aon plc on October 25, 2013, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.
No, this specific 8-K filing (Item 2.02) does not contain the detailed financial statements like the balance sheet or income statement. It only references the press release where those details are published.
Christa Davies is listed as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Aon plc and is the signatory for this 8-K report, indicating her responsibility for the financial disclosures.