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Duke Energy CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 16, 2012)

Filed February 16, 2012For Securities:DUKDUKBDUK-PA

Summary

Duke Energy Corporation filed an 8-K on February 16, 2012, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2011. The filing primarily consists of a press release announcing these results, which is attached as an exhibit. Investors should refer to this press release for detailed financial performance, operational updates, and forward-looking statements for the period. The 8-K itself is a standard filing to disclose the earnings announcement. While the 8-K document doesn't contain the financial figures directly, it signals the availability of this crucial information. Investors seeking to understand Duke Energy's performance and outlook around this time should access the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specifics on revenue, earnings per share, operational highlights, and any guidance provided by management.

Key Highlights

  • 1Duke Energy announced its fourth quarter and full year 2011 financial results on February 16, 2012, via an 8-K filing.
  • 2The primary purpose of the 8-K filing was to furnish the earnings press release as an exhibit.
  • 3Investors can find detailed financial performance and operational results for the period ended December 31, 2011, in the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 4The filing confirms the release of Q4 and full-year 2011 financial information to the public and the SEC.
  • 5This report serves as the official notification and public dissemination of Duke Energy's financial performance for the specified periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce Duke Energy Corporation's financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2011. It serves to make the company's earnings press release publicly available and filed with the SEC.

The actual financial results, including revenue, earnings, and other performance metrics for the fourth quarter and full year 2011, are detailed in the news release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should review this press release for specific figures.

This 8-K filing itself primarily reports on past results (Q4 and full year 2011). Any forward-looking statements, guidance, or outlook would be contained within the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1). Investors should consult that document for any forward-looking information.

This report covers the financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2011, and the full fiscal year ended December 31, 2011.