8-KEarnings & Results

BROWN & BROWN, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 15, 2013)

Filed April 15, 2013For Securities:BRO

Summary

Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO) filed a Form 8-K on April 15, 2013, to report its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013. This filing primarily serves to incorporate by reference the press release announcing these results, which provides key operational and financial data to investors. Investors should review the referenced press release for detailed information on the company's performance during the period. The 8-K itself confirms the date of the announcement and the item under which it is being reported (Item 2.02 - Results of Operations and Financial Condition). While the 8-K doesn't contain the specific financial figures, it's the official channel through which the company disseminates this material information. The filing also notes that the information furnished is not deemed 'filed' for certain purposes, a standard disclosure for 8-K filings of this nature, meaning it doesn't carry the same liability as traditional SEC filings but is still crucial for timely disclosure.

Key Highlights

  • 1Form 8-K filed on April 15, 2013, by Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO).
  • 2Filing pertains to the company's Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
  • 3Announcement covers the first quarter ended March 31, 2013.
  • 4Press release containing the detailed financial results is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 5Information is incorporated by reference into the 8-K filing.
  • 6Standard disclosure that furnished information is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act.
  • 7Report signed by Cory T. Walker, Chief Financial Officer.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this Form 8-K filing is to officially report Brown & Brown, Inc.'s financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013, by incorporating a press release containing these results.

The detailed financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013, are provided in the press release that is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to that exhibit for specific figures and commentary.

No, the 8-K filing itself does not contain the specific revenue, earnings, or other detailed financial metrics. It only states that the press release with these results has been issued and is attached as an exhibit.

This is a standard legal disclaimer. It means that while the information is being disclosed publicly through the SEC filing, it is not subject to the liability provisions of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as if it were formally filed as part of the registration statement or annual/quarterly reports. However, it remains material information for investors.