01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed April 6, 2023. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Ciena Corporation (CIEN) filed an 8-K on April 6, 2023, primarily to furnish a press release regarding guidance previously issued on March 6, 2023, for its fiscal second quarter and full fiscal year 2023.
This filing does not introduce new financial statements or material events beyond referencing the prior guidance. Investors should note that the information provided in this 8-K, including the press release, is furnished and not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it does not carry the same regulatory implications for liability purposes. Furthermore, it will not be incorporated by reference into future registration statements under the Securities Act of 1933.
The company encourages investors to monitor its investor relations website for potential exclusive postings of material information. This 8-K serves as a procedural notification to ensure that the previously disseminated guidance is publicly accessible through an SEC filing, without presenting new or updated financial data. The core focus for investors remains on the guidance itself and any subsequent communications from Ciena, rather than on new disclosures within this specific 8-K filing.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Ciena Corporation (CIEN) filed an 8-K on April 6, 2023, to furnish a press release.
- The press release pertains to guidance previously issued on March 6, 2023, for fiscal Q2 and FY 2023.
- This 8-K filing does not contain new financial statements or updated guidance.
- Information furnished under Regulation FD Disclosure (Item 7.01) is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
- The furnished information will not be incorporated by reference into future SEC registration statements.
- Investors are directed to Ciena's investor relations website for potentially exclusive material information.
- The filing includes Exhibit 99.1 (the press release text) and Exhibit 104 (Cover Page Interactive Data File).
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?
The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to furnish a press release issued on April 6, 2023, which reiterates or discusses guidance previously provided by Ciena Corporation on March 6, 2023, for its fiscal second quarter and full fiscal year 2023. It serves as a mechanism to make this information formally accessible through an SEC filing.
Does this filing provide updated financial guidance or results?
No, this 8-K filing does not provide updated financial guidance or results. It refers to guidance that was already issued on March 6, 2023. The filing's purpose is informational, relating to the dissemination of the previously issued guidance.
What is the significance of the information being 'furnished' rather than 'filed'?
When information is 'furnished' under Regulation FD Disclosure (Item 7.01), it is made publicly available but is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means Ciena does not assume the same level of liability for the furnished information as it would for 'filed' information. It also means this information will not be automatically incorporated by reference into Ciena's future SEC registration statements.
Where else can investors find important information from Ciena?
Ciena encourages investors to review the 'Investors' section of its corporate website (www.ciena.com). The company may post material information exclusively on this site from time to time, in addition to using other disclosure channels.
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