01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed May 27, 2021. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Salesforce, Inc. (CRM) filed an 8-K on May 26, 2021, primarily to announce its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2021.
The key information is contained within the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), which provides the company's operational and financial performance for the period. Investors should refer to this press release for detailed financial figures, including revenue, earnings, and any forward-looking guidance. This filing serves as the official notification of Salesforce's quarterly performance.
While the 8-K itself is brief, it directs stakeholders to the press release for the substantive financial data and commentary from the company's management. The filing also includes standard disclaimers regarding the 'furnished' nature of the information under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it is not subject to the same liability as 'filed' information.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- The 8-K filing announces Salesforce's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2021.
- The detailed financial results and commentary are provided in an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
- Investors are directed to the press release for specific financial metrics, such as revenue and earnings.
- The filing includes standard legal disclaimers regarding the information not being deemed 'filed' for certain regulatory purposes.
- The event date was May 26, 2021, and the filing date was also May 26, 2021.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?
The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Salesforce's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2021, through an accompanying press release.
Where can I find the actual financial numbers for the quarter?
The actual financial numbers, including revenue, earnings, and any guidance, are detailed in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.
Does this filing contain any new business strategies or major company changes?
This specific 8-K filing is focused solely on the announcement of financial results. It does not detail new business strategies or major company changes beyond what is typically covered in a quarterly earnings press release.
What does it mean that the information is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act?
This is a standard legal disclaimer. It means that while the information is being provided to the public, it is considered 'furnished' rather than 'filed.' This offers some protection to the company, as it generally won't be subject to the same liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 for this specific disclosure compared to formally 'filed' information.
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