8-KEarnings & Results

BROWN & BROWN, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 16, 2010)

Filed February 16, 2010For Securities:BRO

Summary

Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO) filed an 8-K on February 16, 2010, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2009. The report primarily references a press release, filed as Exhibit 99.1, which contains the detailed financial and operational performance for the period. Investors should refer to this press release for specific metrics on revenue, profitability, and any forward-looking statements or management commentary. This filing serves as an official notification of the company's performance during a significant economic period. While the 8-K itself is a brief notification, the incorporated press release is crucial for understanding the company's financial health, strategic decisions, and outlook. Investors are advised to review the contents of Exhibit 99.1 for a comprehensive understanding of Brown & Brown's results and any associated management discussions.

Key Highlights

  • 1Brown & Brown, Inc. filed an 8-K on February 16, 2010, reporting Q4 and full-year 2009 financial results.
  • 2The filing incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the detailed results.
  • 3Key financial and operational performance metrics for Q4 and FY 2009 are available in the referenced press release.
  • 4The report was signed by Cory T. Walker, Chief Financial Officer.
  • 5This 8-K serves as an official notification of the company's stated financial performance for the period.
  • 6Information furnished under Item 2.02 is not deemed 'filed' for Section 18 liability purposes.
  • 7The content is not automatically incorporated into other filings unless explicitly referenced.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Brown & Brown, Inc.'s financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2009. It directs investors to a press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the detailed financial information.

The specific financial and operational details for the fourth quarter and full year 2009 are contained within the press release that is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should consult that document for comprehensive data.

The disclaimer means that the financial information furnished in this 8-K under Item 2.02 is not considered legally 'filed' for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This limits the company's liability under that specific section regarding the accuracy of the furnished information, although it does not remove other reporting obligations.

This 8-K filing itself is a notification document. Any forward-looking statements, management commentary, or analysis of the results would be contained within the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that is incorporated by reference.