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CARPENTER TECHNOLOGY CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 27, 2009)

Filed January 27, 2009For Securities:CRS

Summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS) filed an 8-K on January 27, 2009, to announce its fiscal year 2009 second quarter results for the period ending December 31, 2008. The primary purpose of this filing is to furnish the earnings press release, which contains the detailed financial performance and operational highlights for the quarter. Investors should refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for a comprehensive understanding of the company's recent financial condition and results of operations. The filing itself is procedural, incorporating the press release by reference. While the 8-K doesn't contain the detailed financial figures directly within its text, it serves as the official notification to the SEC and the public that this information has been disseminated. Investors seeking specific financial metrics, such as revenue, net income, earnings per share, and any forward-looking statements or management commentary, must consult the referenced press release.

Key Highlights

  • 1Carpenter Technology Corporation filed an 8-K on January 27, 2009.
  • 2The report primarily announces the company's fiscal 2009 second quarter results.
  • 3The period covered by the results is for the quarter ended December 31, 2008.
  • 4The detailed financial results and operational performance are provided in an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 5This press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 of Form 8-K.
  • 6Information furnished under Item 2.02 is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of the Securities Exchange Act.
  • 7K. Douglas Ralph, Senior Vice President – Finance and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Carpenter Technology Corporation's financial results for its fiscal 2009 second quarter, which ended on December 31, 2008. The detailed information is contained within an attached press release.

The specific financial results, including revenue, earnings, and other key performance indicators for the fiscal 2009 second quarter, are detailed in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. You will need to refer to that document for the quantitative data.

No, according to the filing, the press release is being 'furnished' pursuant to Item 2.02 and 'shall not be deemed to be \'filed\' for any purpose.' This means the information in the press release is for public dissemination but does not carry the same legal implications as information that is officially 'filed'.