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Chubb Ltd 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 13, 2004)

Filed October 13, 2004For Securities:CB

Summary

This 8-K filing from ACE Limited, dated October 13, 2004, primarily addresses the company's financial condition related to catastrophe losses during the third quarter of 2004. The report indicates that ACE Limited issued a press release on October 12, 2004, to discuss the impact of these losses. This filing serves as a notification to investors about a significant event affecting the company's results of operations and financial condition. The key takeaway for investors is that the company is proactively communicating about potential impacts from major weather events. While the full details of the financial impact are contained within the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1), this 8-K alerts stakeholders to these developments, which could influence the company's profitability and financial stability for the period.

Key Highlights

  • 1ACE Limited filed an 8-K report on October 13, 2004.
  • 2The filing's primary purpose is to report on the company's results of operations and financial condition.
  • 3The report specifically addresses the impact of catastrophe losses for the third quarter of 2004.
  • 4ACE Limited issued a press release on October 12, 2004, to discuss these catastrophe losses.
  • 5The press release is incorporated by reference as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
  • 6The filing is made pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing is primarily to inform investors about the impact of catastrophe losses on ACE Limited's financial condition and results of operations for the third quarter of 2004. It also serves to attach a press release detailing these impacts.

The detailed information regarding the impact of catastrophe losses is contained within the press release dated October 12, 2004, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

This report specifically addresses the financial impact of catastrophe losses for the third quarter of 2004. The earliest event reported is October 11, 2004.

The report was signed by Paul Medini, Chief Accounting Officer, on behalf of ACE Limited.