What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose CVS Caremark Corporation's financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year ended December 31, 2008, through an attached press release.

Where can I find the detailed financial information for Q4 and FY 2008?

The detailed financial information is contained within the press release dated February 19, 2009, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

What does it mean that the information is "furnished" and not "filed"?

When information is "furnished" (as opposed to "filed") in an 8-K, it means the company is providing it for public awareness but it does not automatically become part of the company's official SEC registration statements or filings. It generally carries less legal liability than 'filed' information.

Who signed this report on behalf of CVS Caremark Corporation?

The report was signed by David B. Rickard, who held the positions of Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Administrative Officer at the time.

CVS 8-K: Earnings & Results

Summary

This 8-K filing by CVS Caremark Corporation (now CVS Health) on February 19, 2009, primarily serves to announce the company's financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended December 31, 2008. The press release containing these results is attached as Exhibit 99.1. Investors should note that this filing is "furnished," not "filed," meaning it does not carry the same legal implications as a filed document and information within it will not be automatically incorporated into future SEC registration statements unless explicitly stated. The key takeaway for investors is the reporting of 2008 year-end financial performance, which would have been detailed in the accompanying press release.

Key Highlights

1CVS Caremark Corporation (now CVS Health) filed an 8-K on February 19, 2009.
2The filing's primary purpose is to report financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2008.
3The detailed financial results are provided in an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
4The information is furnished, not filed, under SEC regulations.
5This means the content is for informational purposes and not automatically incorporated into future SEC filings.
6David B. Rickard, EVP, CFO, and Chief Administrative Officer, signed the report on behalf of the company.

CVS HEALTH Corp 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 19, 2009)

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