Where can I find the actual financial results for CSX for the quarter ended December 30, 2016?

The detailed financial and operating results are provided in CSX's press release (Exhibit 99.1) and its CSX Quarterly Financial Report (Exhibit 99.2), which are referenced and incorporated by the 8-K filing. These documents are also available on the CSX website at www.csx.com.

What is the significance of the information being 'furnished' rather than 'filed'?

The distinction is a legal one. 'Furnished' information, as stated in the filing, is not subject to the same liability under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as information that is formally 'filed.' This is a common disclosure practice for press releases announcing earnings.

Does this 8-K filing provide specific financial numbers or commentary?

No, this 8-K filing itself does not contain the specific financial numbers or detailed operational commentary. Its primary purpose is to announce that these results have been released and to incorporate the press release and quarterly financial report by reference, where the detailed information can be found.

What key financial metrics should investors look for in the referenced exhibits?

Investors should examine key metrics such as revenue, earnings per share (EPS), operating income, operating ratio, net income, cash flow from operations, capital expenditures, and any commentary on business segments, market conditions, and future outlook provided in the press release and quarterly financial report.

CSX 8-K: Earnings & Results

Summary

CSX Corporation filed an 8-K on January 17, 2017, to report its financial and operating results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 30, 2016. The filing references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) and a detailed Quarterly Financial Report (Exhibit 99.2), both of which provide the specific financial figures and operational commentary. Investors should refer to these attached exhibits for a comprehensive understanding of the company's performance during this period, as the 8-K itself primarily serves to incorporate these results by reference. While the 8-K does not contain the detailed results directly, it signals that CSX has disclosed its performance metrics. Investors would be keenly interested in revenue trends, earnings per share (EPS), operating expenses, capital expenditures, and any forward-looking statements or guidance provided in the accompanying press release and financial report. The filing also clarifies that the information furnished is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, a standard disclosure nuance.

Key Highlights

1CSX Corporation released its financial and operating results for the quarter ended December 30, 2016.
2The results were disclosed via a press release (Exhibit 99.1) and a Quarterly Financial Report (Exhibit 99.2).
3These exhibits are incorporated by reference into the 8-K filing.
4Investors are directed to the company's website (www.csx.com) for access to these documents.
5The filing serves to officially announce the availability of the quarterly results.
6Information is 'furnished,' not 'filed,' for Section 18 purposes.
7Detailed financial and operational performance data are contained within the referenced exhibits.

CSX CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 17, 2017)

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