10-K/APeriod: FY2005

AUTOZONE INC Annual Report (Amendment), Year Ended Aug 27, 2005

Filed December 9, 2005For Securities:AZO

Summary

Autozone Inc.'s 10-K/A filing for the fiscal year ended August 27, 2005, primarily serves as an amendment to its original 10-K, addressing a technical issue with the Section 302 certifications. For investors, the key takeaway is that the core financial and operational information from the initial 10-K remains the basis for analysis. The company reported a market capitalization of approximately $5.5 billion as of November 18, 2005, with over 76.6 million shares outstanding, indicating a significant presence in the automotive retail sector. While this amendment doesn't introduce new financial performance data, it underscores the company's compliance with SEC reporting standards. Investors should refer to the original 10-K filing for detailed financial statements, management's discussion and analysis, and risk factors. The incorporation of the 2005 Annual Report and upcoming Proxy Statement into this filing further suggests the company is committed to transparency and providing comprehensive information to its shareholders.

Key Highlights

  • 1This filing is an amendment (10-K/A) to the original Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 27, 2005.
  • 2The amendment primarily addresses revised Section 302 certifications for the principal executive and accounting officers, correcting an inadvertent omission.
  • 3Autozone's market capitalization was substantial, valued at approximately $5.5 billion as of November 18, 2005.
  • 4The company had approximately 76.68 million shares of Common Stock outstanding as of November 18, 2005.
  • 5Autozone is registered with the New York Stock Exchange for its Common Stock.
  • 6The filing indicates Autozone is an 'accelerated filer', meaning it meets certain size and reporting history requirements.
  • 7The company is not considered a 'shell company'.

Frequently Asked Questions

This filing is an amendment to the original Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 27, 2005. Its primary purpose is to provide revised Section 302 certifications from the principal executive and accounting officers, which had an inadvertent omission in the original filing.

No, this amendment primarily concerns regulatory compliance and certification corrections. It does not introduce new or revised financial performance data. Investors should refer to the original Form 10-K filing for the detailed financial statements and management's discussion and analysis of the company's performance for the fiscal year ended August 27, 2005.

As of November 18, 2005, Autozone's aggregate market value of common equity held by non-affiliates was approximately $5,496,431,906. The company reported 76,682,280 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of the same date.

Yes, Autozone is indicated to be an 'accelerated filer', which suggests it meets certain criteria for company size and reporting history. The substantial market capitalization of approximately $5.5 billion also points to its significant presence in the market.