01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed February 9, 2022. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Walt Disney Co. (DIS) filed an 8-K on February 9, 2022, primarily to report its financial results for the first fiscal quarter ended January 1, 2022.
The filing itself is a notification that a press release containing these results has been issued and is being furnished as an exhibit. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial performance, segment results, and forward-looking commentary from management. This 8-K serves as the official channel for disseminating this material information shortly after the reporting period concludes.
While the 8-K itself does not contain the financial data, it signals that key performance indicators, such as revenue, earnings per share (EPS), and segment-specific performance (e.g., Parks, Experiences and Products; Media and Entertainment Distribution), are now publicly available. Investors will be keen to understand the trends in subscriber growth for Disney+, the recovery and profitability of the theme parks, and the performance of its content divisions in the context of the ongoing shifts in the media landscape. The accompanying press release is the definitive source for evaluating the company's current operational health and strategic progress.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- The 8-K filing officially announces Walt Disney Co.'s financial results for the fiscal quarter ended January 1, 2022.
- The core information is contained within the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this filing.
- Investors must consult the press release for detailed financial performance metrics and operational updates.
- The filing indicates the company is adhering to timely disclosure requirements for material events.
- This report serves as a notification mechanism for the release of quarterly earnings information.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the actual financial results for the quarter?
The actual financial results for the quarter ended January 1, 2022, are detailed in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. You will need to access that exhibit for specific numbers on revenue, EPS, and segment performance.
What does this 8-K filing tell me that isn't in a standard earnings press release?
This 8-K filing itself is primarily a notification and a means of officially filing the press release with the SEC. The substance of the financial results and management's commentary is in the press release (Exhibit 99.1), not in the body of the 8-K document.
When were these results officially announced?
The press release detailing the results was issued on February 9, 2022, and the 8-K filing was made on the same day, indicating the official release date for this financial information.
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