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COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 3, 2009)

Filed November 3, 2009For Securities:CTSH

Summary

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) filed a Form 8-K on November 3, 2009, to report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009. The primary purpose of this filing is to make these results publicly available through an attached press release. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial performance, operational updates, and forward-looking statements for the period. This report serves as a notification of the release of these quarterly results and does not contain extensive narrative beyond referencing the press release. The information provided is crucial for understanding CTSH's recent performance, its position within the IT services sector during a dynamic economic period, and for making informed investment decisions. Investors are encouraged to review the full press release for comprehensive details.

Key Highlights

  • 1Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) filed an 8-K on November 3, 2009, to announce its third-quarter financial results for the period ending September 30, 2009.
  • 2The filing primarily serves to attach and publicly disclose the company's earnings press release, which contains the detailed financial results.
  • 3Investors must refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific financial figures, operational highlights, and any guidance provided by the company for the reported quarter.
  • 4The 8-K format indicates a standard reporting of material events, in this case, the release of quarterly financial performance.
  • 5The information is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it is informational and does not carry the same liability as other types of filings.
  • 6The report is signed by Steven Schwartz, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, on behalf of the company.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this Form 8-K filing is to officially report and make public Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation's financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009. It serves as a notification and includes the full text of the company's earnings press release as an exhibit.

The specific financial results, including revenue, earnings per share, and other key performance indicators for the quarter ended September 30, 2009, are detailed in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

This Form 8-K itself does not provide guidance. However, the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) is where the company would typically include any forward-looking statements, financial outlook, or guidance for future periods. Investors should review the press release for this information.

No, the information in this Form 8-K, specifically the financial results reported in the press release, is explicitly stated as not being deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it's for informational purposes and does not carry the same liability as formally filed documents.