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CARPENTER TECHNOLOGY CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 28, 2009)

Filed April 28, 2009For Securities:CRS

Summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS) filed an 8-K on April 28, 2009, to announce its financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2009. The report primarily references a press release, attached as an exhibit, which details the company's operational and financial performance during the quarter. Investors should refer to this press release for specific figures, trends, and management commentary. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial data, it serves as the official notification of the earnings release. The key information for investors lies within the accompanying press release, which would typically cover revenue, earnings per share (EPS), profitability metrics, and outlook. Given the timing, this filing likely provides insights into how the company was navigating the economic conditions of late 2008 and early 2009.

Key Highlights

  • 1Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS) announced its third fiscal quarter 2009 results on April 28, 2009.
  • 2The 8-K filing's primary purpose is to provide notice of the earnings release.
  • 3Detailed financial results and operational commentary are contained within the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4Investors are directed to the Exhibit 99.1 press release for specific financial data and forward-looking statements.
  • 5The filing was signed by K. Douglas Ralph, Senior Vice President – Finance and Chief Financial Officer.
  • 6The report is furnished under Item 2.02 and is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of securities law.
  • 7The filing provides a snapshot of CRS's performance during a period of significant economic uncertainty (late 2008/early 2009).

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce Carpenter Technology Corporation's (CRS) financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2009, by referencing an attached press release.

The detailed financial results, including revenue, earnings per share, and other performance metrics, are contained within the press release that is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. You will need to review that exhibit for specific figures.

While the 8-K itself does not contain management's commentary, the press release (Exhibit 99.1) typically includes management's discussion and analysis of the financial results, as well as outlook for the company.

No, this information is being furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed to be 'filed' for any purpose, including but not limited to incorporation by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, unless expressly provided otherwise.