8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

CARNIVAL CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Sep 23, 2014)

Filed September 23, 2014For Securities:CCL

Summary

Carnival Corporation & plc filed an 8-K on September 23, 2014, primarily to furnish a press release announcing their third-quarter earnings. While the 8-K itself does not contain detailed financial figures or operational updates, it directs investors to the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) for this information. Investors should refer to this press release for specific details regarding the company's performance, financial condition, and any forward-looking statements made for the third quarter of 2014. This filing serves as a notification mechanism for material events, in this case, the release of quarterly earnings. The 8-K emphasizes that the information in the press release is furnished and not considered 'filed' for certain regulatory purposes, meaning it does not automatically become part of other SEC filings unless explicitly incorporated. Therefore, for a comprehensive understanding of Carnival's third-quarter results, a thorough review of the referenced press release is essential.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing Date: September 23, 2014, reporting on events that occurred on or before this date.
  • 2Purpose: To furnish a press release detailing Carnival Corporation & plc's Third Quarter Earnings.
  • 3Key Document: Exhibit 99.1, a press release dated September 23, 2014, contains the actual earnings information.
  • 4Regulatory Note: Information furnished in the press release is not deemed 'filed' for Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 5Investor Action: Investors need to review Exhibit 99.1 for specific financial and operational results.
  • 6Dual Registrant: The report covers both Carnival Corporation (Panama) and Carnival plc (England and Wales).

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially notify the SEC and the public that Carnival Corporation & plc has released its third-quarter earnings results through a press release.

The detailed financial results and commentary for the third quarter are located in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

No, according to the filing, the information in the press release is 'furnished' and not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not automatically get incorporated into other SEC filings.

This 8-K filing itself does not contain specific financial metrics. It only serves as a notification that a press release with these details has been issued. Investors must consult Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) for the actual earnings figures, revenue, profit, and any forward-looking guidance.