8-KEarnings & ResultsRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

DIGITAL REALTY TRUST, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 27, 2017)

Filed July 27, 2017For Securities:DLRDLR-PJDLR-PKDLR-PL

Summary

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR) filed an 8-K on July 27, 2017, to announce its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2017. The filing primarily directs investors to supplemental information and presentation materials available on the company's website, rather than detailing specific financial figures within the 8-K itself. This approach, consistent with Regulation FD, ensures all investors have access to the same information simultaneously. Investors should refer to the attached Exhibits 99.1 (Earnings Press Release and Supplemental Information) and 99.2 (Presentation Materials) for a comprehensive understanding of DLR's quarterly performance. These exhibits contain the key financial and operational data that investors would typically analyze, including metrics such as revenue, profitability, occupancy, and any forward-looking statements or strategic updates provided by the company.

Key Highlights

  • 1DLR announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2017, via an 8-K filing on July 27, 2017.
  • 2The filing serves as a notification and directs investors to the company's website for detailed financial results and supplemental information.
  • 3Exhibit 99.1 includes the Earnings Press Release and Supplemental Information for Q2 2017.
  • 4Exhibit 99.2 contains Presentation Materials related to the Q2 2017 results.
  • 5The company is utilizing Regulation FD disclosure to ensure broad and simultaneous dissemination of material information.
  • 6Information furnished under Item 2.02 and 7.01 is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, nor is it incorporated by reference into other filings.
  • 7Investors are encouraged to review the provided exhibits for specific financial performance metrics and operational updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

The detailed financial results and supplemental information are provided in Exhibit 99.1, attached to the 8-K filing dated July 27, 2017. Additional presentation materials are available in Exhibit 99.2. Both exhibits are accessible via the company's website (www.digitalrealty.com).

This filing is made in accordance with Regulation FD (Fair Disclosure), which aims to prevent selective disclosure of material non-public information. By referring to exhibits and the company website, DLR ensures that all investors receive the same information at the same time.

No, the information furnished under Item 2.02 and Item 7.01 of this 8-K, including the attached exhibits, is generally considered 'furnished' and not 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not carry the same liabilities and is not automatically incorporated into other SEC filings.

Typically, the supplemental information and presentation materials accompanying earnings releases include key financial metrics (like revenue, net income, FFO, AFFO), operational data (such as occupancy rates, leasing activity, square footage), segment information, balance sheet details, cash flow statements, and management's commentary on performance and outlook.