8-KEarnings & ResultsRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

CUMMINS INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 2, 2010)

Filed February 2, 2010For Securities:CMI

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by Cummins Inc. (CMI) on February 2, 2010, primarily serves to report the company's financial results for the fourth quarter of 2009. Investors can find key operational and financial performance data within the press release attached as Exhibit 99, which is incorporated by reference into this filing. This filing falls under Regulation FD, ensuring that material information is disseminated broadly. While the 8-K itself doesn't contain detailed financial tables, it directs investors to the press release for a comprehensive overview of Cummins' performance during the final quarter of 2009. This includes information on revenue, earnings, and potentially other operational metrics relevant to understanding the company's financial condition and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing Date: February 2, 2010.
  • 2Company: CUMMINS INC. (CMI).
  • 3Purpose: Reporting financial results for the fourth quarter of 2009.
  • 4Key Disclosure: Press Release dated February 2, 2010, attached as Exhibit 99.
  • 5Regulation Compliance: Filed under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure).
  • 6Incorporation by Reference: The press release (Exhibit 99) is incorporated into the filing.
  • 7Event Date: The reported results pertain to events on or around February 1, 2010.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce and provide access to Cummins Inc.'s financial results for the fourth quarter of 2009, in compliance with SEC regulations.

The detailed financial results for the fourth quarter of 2009 are provided in the press release dated February 2, 2010, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

While the 8-K itself does not contain the specifics, the attached press release is expected to include key financial metrics such as revenue, earnings per share, net income, and potentially segment performance, along with commentary on the company's financial condition and operational highlights for the fourth quarter of 2009.

This filing is considered a Regulation FD Disclosure because it disseminates material financial information (Q4 2009 results) publicly via an attached press release, ensuring that all investors have simultaneous access to the information.