8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

HORTON D R INC /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 7, 2008)

Filed February 7, 2008For Securities:DHI

Summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. (DHI) filed an 8-K on February 7, 2008, to report its financial results for the first quarter ended December 31, 2007. The primary purpose of this filing is to make publicly available the earnings press release which contains key operational and financial data. This filing is crucial for investors seeking to understand the company's performance in the then-current housing market conditions. While the 8-K itself does not contain detailed financial statements or management discussion, it references an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) which provides the substance of the quarterly results. Investors should refer to this press release for specific figures related to revenue, earnings, backlog, and other relevant performance indicators for the first quarter of fiscal year 2008.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing Date: February 7, 2008.
  • 2Reporting Period: First quarter ended December 31, 2007.
  • 3Purpose: To announce D.R. Horton's quarterly financial and operational results.
  • 4Key Document: An earnings press release dated February 7, 2008 (Exhibit 99.1) is incorporated by reference.
  • 5Disclosure Type: This 8-K serves to make the press release publicly available under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
  • 6Limitations: The 8-K itself does not provide detailed financial data; investors must consult the referenced press release.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report D.R. Horton's financial results and operational highlights for the first quarter ended December 31, 2007, by attaching and incorporating by reference their earnings press release.

The detailed financial results are contained in the press release dated February 7, 2008, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

No, the 8-K filing itself primarily serves as a notification and means to distribute the press release. The analysis of the company's performance, including commentary on market conditions and outlook, would typically be found within the content of the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1).

Item 2.02 of an 8-K filing is used by companies to publicly disclose material information regarding their results of operations and financial condition, often in the form of an earnings release. This ensures timely and widespread dissemination of important financial updates to investors.