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CROWN CASTLE INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 28, 2011)

Filed July 28, 2011For Securities:CCI

Summary

Crown Castle Inc. (CCI) filed an 8-K on July 28, 2011, primarily to furnish a press release announcing its second-quarter 2011 financial results. The key takeaway for investors is that the company is providing timely updates on its operational and financial performance as required. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial figures, it directs investors to the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) for this crucial information. Investors should note that the information furnished in this 8-K and its exhibit is not considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal liabilities as formal filings. However, it serves as a public disclosure mechanism for the company's quarterly performance. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to review the July 27, 2011, press release for the specific financial metrics and commentary related to Crown Castle's second quarter.

Key Highlights

  • 1Disclosure of Second Quarter 2011 Financial Results
  • 2Press Release Dated July 27, 2011, is Furnished as Exhibit 99.1
  • 3Form 8-K serves as a notification of the earnings release
  • 4Information is furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Exchange Act
  • 5No incorporation by reference into other filings unless explicitly stated
  • 6Primary purpose is to provide investors with access to Q2 2011 performance data via the press release

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally provide investors with Crown Castle Inc.'s financial results for the second quarter of 2011, which were disclosed in a press release on July 27, 2011.

The detailed financial results are available in the press release dated July 27, 2011, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

No, the information in this Form 8-K and its exhibit is furnished, not filed, for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not carry the same liabilities as formally filed documents.

No, this information will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any other filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act unless Crown Castle specifically states that it should be.