8-KEarnings & Results

BROWN & BROWN, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 17, 2009)

Filed February 17, 2009For Securities:BRO

Summary

Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO) filed an 8-K on February 16, 2009, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 30, 2008. The report itself is primarily an announcement of these results, with the detailed financial performance contained within a press release furnished as an exhibit. Investors should note that this filing does not represent a change in business operations or a material event outside of the announced financial performance. The information provided is for informational purposes and is not deemed 'filed' for certain legal liabilities, nor is it incorporated into other filings unless specifically referenced.

Key Highlights

  • 1Brown & Brown, Inc. announced its fourth quarter and full-year 2008 financial results via an 8-K filing on February 16, 2009.
  • 2The core of the filing is the disclosure of the company's operational and financial condition for the specified periods.
  • 3A press release detailing the fourth quarter and 2008 year-end results is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K.
  • 4The information is provided to inform investors about the company's performance.
  • 5This filing does not establish new legal precedents or liabilities as the information is furnished, not officially filed under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 6The filing includes standard corporate information such as the registrant's name, state of incorporation, and principal executive office address.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce and provide information regarding Brown & Brown, Inc.'s financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 30, 2008. The detailed results are contained in an accompanying press release.

The detailed financial results are presented in a press release that is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

This 8-K filing primarily focuses on the announcement of financial results. It does not indicate any new business initiatives or material changes in operations beyond the reported financial performance.

No, the information furnished under Item 2.02 of this Current Report is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it is not subject to the liabilities of that section. It also is not automatically incorporated into other filings unless expressly stated.