8-KEarnings & Results

BROWN & BROWN, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 11, 2008)

Filed February 11, 2008For Securities:BRO

Summary

Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO) filed an 8-K report on February 11, 2008, to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 30, 2007. The report incorporates by reference a press release issued on February 8, 2008, detailing these operational and financial outcomes. Investors should note that while this information is being disclosed, it is furnished under Item 2.02 and is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it automatically incorporated into future SEC filings unless explicitly referenced. The primary purpose of this filing is to make the company's earnings announcement publicly available. Investors seeking detailed financial performance metrics, such as revenue, net income, earnings per share, and segment performance for the fourth quarter and the full year 2007, should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that accompanies this 8-K. The Chief Financial Officer, Cory T. Walker, signed off on this report, confirming the company's adherence to disclosure requirements.

Key Highlights

  • 1Brown & Brown, Inc. reported fourth quarter and full year 2007 financial results on February 8, 2008.
  • 2The results were disclosed via a press release, furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
  • 3The filing date for this 8-K is February 11, 2008, with the earliest event date reported as December 30, 2007.
  • 4Information furnished under Item 2.02 is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 liability purposes.
  • 5The press release is incorporated by reference into the 8-K, making it the primary source for detailed financial information.
  • 6Cory T. Walker, Chief Financial Officer, signed the report on behalf of Brown & Brown, Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

The specific financial results are detailed in the press release issued by Brown & Brown, Inc. on February 8, 2008, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to this press release for metrics such as revenue, net income, and earnings per share.

No, the information furnished under Item 2.02 of this 8-K, which includes the press release, is not deemed to be 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it subject to the liabilities of that section. It is provided for informational purposes and is incorporated by reference.

This 8-K filing serves to officially announce and make public Brown & Brown, Inc.'s financial performance for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year 2007. It ensures that investors have access to timely information regarding the company's operational results, as disseminated through the accompanying press release.