01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed March 3, 2016. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
CIENA CORP (CIEN) filed an 8-K on March 3, 2016, to report its financial results for the first quarter ended January 31, 2016.
The primary purpose of this filing is to furnish the accompanying press release, which contains the detailed financial outcomes. Investors should note that the information furnished in this 8-K, including the press release, is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning Ciena may have limited liability related to its content. This report signals the release of Ciena's quarterly performance and serves as a gateway to more detailed information.
The company also announced an investor call to discuss these results and has made an accompanying investor presentation available on its corporate website. Investors are encouraged to monitor Ciena's investor relations page for ongoing updates and information, as the company may post material updates exclusively on this platform.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Ciena Corporation filed an 8-K on March 3, 2016, to report Q1 FY16 financial results.
- The filing primarily includes a press release detailing the company's financial performance for the quarter ended January 31, 2016.
- The information furnished is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act, limiting liability.
- Ciena announced an investor call to discuss the Q1 FY16 results.
- An investor presentation accompanying the call is available on Ciena's corporate website.
- Investors are advised to regularly check Ciena's investor relations website for material information.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?
The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally report Ciena Corporation's financial results for its first quarter ended January 31, 2016, through an accompanying press release.
Where can I find the detailed financial results for Q1 FY16?
The detailed financial results are provided in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) furnished with this 8-K filing. Additionally, an investor presentation is available on Ciena's corporate website to accompany the investor call.
What is the significance of the information not being 'filed' under Section 18?
When information is furnished but not 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act, it means the company may have reduced liability under that specific section for the accuracy of the furnished information. However, investors should still review the information carefully.
How can I stay updated on Ciena's financial information?
Ciena encourages investors to regularly visit the 'Investors' page of their corporate website (www.ciena.com) as they may post material information exclusively on this site.
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