What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and disseminate Caterpillar Inc.'s financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2007, through an accompanying press release. It ensures compliance with Regulation FD by providing this information publicly.

Where can I find the detailed financial results for the second quarter of 2007?

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. You would need to access that exhibit for the specific performance data.

Does this report contain new financial projections or guidance for the rest of 2007?

This 8-K filing itself does not contain new projections or guidance. However, such forward-looking information, if any, would typically be included in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that is furnished with this report. Investors should review the press release for any such statements.

Is the information in this 8-K considered 'filed' with the SEC, making Caterpillar liable for it?

The report specifies that the information contained within is 'furnished' and not 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means Caterpillar is not subject to the liabilities of that section for this specific disclosure, though it is still material information.

CAT 8-K: Earnings & Results & Regulation FD

Summary

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) filed an 8-K report on July 20, 2007, to disclose its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2007. This filing primarily serves to furnish a press release containing these results, as per Regulation FD, ensuring timely and broad dissemination of material information to investors. The report itself does not contain extensive new details beyond what is in the press release, but it officially marks the public disclosure of the company's performance for the quarter. Investors should focus on the content of the provided press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial performance, including key metrics like revenue, profit, and any forward-looking statements or guidance. This 8-K is the mechanism by which Caterpillar makes its quarterly financial performance accessible to the public and the SEC.

Key Highlights

1Caterpillar Inc. filed an 8-K report on July 20, 2007, detailing its second quarter 2007 financial results.
2The primary purpose of the filing is to furnish a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the quarterly financial information.
3This filing is made under Items 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure).
4The press release provides the official announcement of the company's performance for the quarter ended June 30, 2007.
5The report explicitly states that the information furnished is not deemed 'filed' for Section 18 purposes, limiting liability.
6Caterpillar does not assume an obligation to update the furnished information in the future.
7The filing includes standard SEC report elements such as registrant information, signatures, and exhibit list.

CATERPILLAR INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 20, 2007)

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