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Blackstone Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 21, 2011)

Filed July 21, 2011For Securities:BX

Summary

Blackstone Inc. (BX) filed a Form 8-K on July 21, 2011, to report its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011. The primary purpose of this filing was to provide investors with the official announcement of the company's quarterly performance. The press release, attached as Exhibit 99.1, contains the detailed financial information and is furnished to the SEC, meaning it's for informational purposes and not officially filed as part of the report itself. Investors should note that this 8-K primarily serves as a notification mechanism for the release of Q2 2011 earnings. While the 8-K itself doesn't contain the financial data directly, it directs interested parties to the accompanying press release for a comprehensive overview of Blackstone's operational and financial results during the period. This is a standard procedure for publicly traded companies to ensure timely dissemination of material information to the market.

Key Highlights

  • 1Blackstone Group L.P. announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011.
  • 2The announcement was made via a press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.
  • 3The 8-K filing is dated July 21, 2011, with the event date of the press release also being July 21, 2011.
  • 4The information provided in the press release is furnished, not filed, with the SEC.
  • 5The report confirms the registrant's principal executive offices are located at 345 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10154.
  • 6The Chief Financial Officer, Laurence A. Tosi, signed the report on behalf of the company.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this Form 8-K filing is to announce and provide access to Blackstone Inc.'s financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011. It serves as an official notification to investors and the market.

The detailed financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011, are contained within the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

No, the information in the press release is 'furnished' to the SEC. This means it is provided for informational purposes but is not considered officially filed for purposes of liability under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act.

Laurence A. Tosi is identified as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Blackstone Inc. (The Blackstone Group L.P. at the time) and signed the 8-K report on behalf of the company, indicating his authorization and responsibility for financial reporting.