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COPART INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 24, 2018)

Filed May 24, 2018For Securities:CPRT

Summary

Copart, Inc. (CPRT) filed an 8-K on May 24, 2018, to report its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2018, ending April 30, 2018. The report primarily directs investors to a press release (Exhibit 99.1) that details the company's performance during the quarter. Investors should review this press release for specific financial metrics and operational updates. The filing itself is procedural, confirming the release of earnings information. While it doesn't contain the detailed financial figures within the 8-K document, it serves as the official notification of the results' availability. The information is furnished, not filed, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal implications as a formally filed document under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.

Key Highlights

  • 1Copart, Inc. (CPRT) announced its third quarter fiscal year 2018 financial results on May 23, 2018.
  • 2The results pertain to the fiscal quarter that ended on April 30, 2018.
  • 3The detailed financial results are provided in a press release, furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
  • 4This 8-K filing is primarily a notification and reference to the earnings press release.
  • 5The information furnished in this filing is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, limiting certain liabilities.
  • 6Investors are directed to the press release for specific operational and financial performance details for Q3 FY2018.

Frequently Asked Questions

The specific financial results are detailed in the press release issued by Copart on May 23, 2018, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. You will need to access that exhibit for the full financial details.

This 8-K filing itself does not list the key financial metrics. You must refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for details on revenue, net income, earnings per share, and other relevant financial performance indicators for the third quarter of fiscal year 2018.

This filing does not explicitly mention updated guidance. Any forward-looking statements or guidance would typically be included in the press release (Exhibit 99.1), so investors should check that document for such information.

When information is 'furnished,' it means the company is providing it to the SEC for public dissemination but is not assuming the same level of legal responsibility as if it were 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act. This distinction is important for legal liability regarding the accuracy and completeness of the information.