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COSTCO WHOLESALE CORP /NEW 8-K Report, Financial Results (Mar 12, 2013)

Filed March 12, 2013For Securities:COST

Summary

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) filed a Form 8-K on March 12, 2013, to report its operating results for the second quarter and first half of fiscal year 2013, which ended on February 17, 2013. This filing is significant for investors as it provides timely updates on the company's financial performance and operational trends. The key information disseminated through this report, primarily via an accompanying press release, pertains to Costco's financial performance and condition. Investors should review the referenced press release for detailed metrics on sales, net income, and other key performance indicators for the reported periods. Understanding these results is crucial for assessing the company's current business trajectory and making informed investment decisions.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing Date: March 12, 2013.
  • 2Event Date: March 11, 2013.
  • 3Purpose: Reporting of second quarter and first half fiscal 2013 operating results.
  • 4Fiscal Year End for Reported Periods: February 17, 2013.
  • 5Key Information Source: Press release dated March 12, 2013 (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 6Item 2.02 Disclosure: Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
  • 7Item 9.01 Disclosure: Exhibits, specifically the press release.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose Costco Wholesale Corporation's operating results for the second quarter and the first half of its fiscal year 2013, which concluded on February 17, 2013. This is a standard requirement for publicly traded companies to provide timely financial updates to investors.

The detailed financial results are provided in a press release dated March 12, 2013, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing. Investors should refer to this press release for specific figures regarding revenue, net income, and other operational and financial metrics for the reported periods.

This report covers the operating results for the second quarter (twelve weeks) and the first half (24 weeks) of fiscal year 2013. Both periods ended on February 17, 2013.

This specific 8-K filing, as described, primarily serves to report historical operating results for the second quarter and first half of fiscal 2013. While the accompanying press release contains these results, it does not explicitly mention the provision of new financial guidance or forward-looking statements within the summary description of the 8-K items. Investors should consult the press release itself for any such forward-looking information.