01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed August 6, 2009. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) filed an 8-K on August 6, 2009, to report its financial and operational results for the second quarter and first half of 2009.
The filing primarily serves as a notification and attachment of a press release detailing these results, alongside an explanation of non-GAAP financial measures used. Investors should refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the specific financial performance data and operational updates for the periods ending June 30, 2009. The company emphasizes that the presentation of non-GAAP financial measures is intended to provide additional useful information to investors, with Exhibit 99.2 detailing management's rationale and uses for these measures.
Reconciliations to GAAP figures are included within the press release itself. This filing does not intend to be treated as "filed" under the Securities Exchange Act, meaning it's primarily informational.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Comcast announced its financial and operational results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2009.
- The key information is contained within an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
- A separate exhibit (Exhibit 99.2) explains the company's use of non-GAAP financial measures.
- Comcast believes its non-GAAP measures provide useful insights to investors.
- Reconciliations of non-GAAP to GAAP financial measures are included in the press release.
- The filing is informational and not considered 'filed' for regulatory purposes under the Exchange Act.
- Lawrence J. Salva, Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller, signed the report.
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 report Comcast Corporation's financial results for the second quarter and the first half of 2009, as detailed in an accompanying press release. It also includes an explanation of the non-GAAP financial measures used by the company.
Where can I find the actual financial results?
The detailed financial results and operational performance data for the periods ending June 30, 2009, are available in Exhibit 99.1, which is the press release attached to this 8-K filing.
What are non-GAAP financial measures and why does Comcast use them?
Non-GAAP financial measures are metrics that are not calculated according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Comcast uses these measures because management believes they provide additional useful information to investors regarding the company's financial condition and results of operations. The specific rationale and uses are detailed in Exhibit 99.2.
Are these financial results considered officially 'filed' with the SEC?
Comcast explicitly states that this Item 2.02 filing and its exhibits are not intended to be treated as 'filed' under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it serves as an informational disclosure rather than a formal filing that triggers certain regulatory consequences.
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