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ELECTRONIC ARTS INC. 8-K Report (Jan 27, 2004)

Filed January 27, 2004For Securities:EA

Summary

This 8-K filing from Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) on January 27, 2004, primarily serves to attach a press release detailing the company's financial results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2003. While the 8-K itself does not contain the specific financial figures, it directs investors to the accompanying press release for detailed information on revenue, earnings, and other operational performance metrics for the period. Investors should note that this filing signifies the official disclosure of EA's quarterly performance. The press release, incorporated by reference, would contain key financial data and management commentary crucial for assessing the company's current financial health and future outlook. This includes insights into sales of EA's popular game franchises and any strategic developments impacting its business operations during that quarter.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing of a Form 8-K to report the release of financial results.
  • 2Date of the reported financial results: Quarter ended December 31, 2003.
  • 3Press release dated January 27, 2004, is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4The press release contains the company's financial results and is the primary source of detailed information.
  • 5Information is deemed furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, unless expressly incorporated by reference in future filings.
  • 6Key personnel signing the report include Warren C. Jenson, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial and Administrative Officer.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report and attach Electronic Arts Inc.'s press release containing its financial results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2003.

The detailed financial results, including revenue and earnings for the quarter ended December 31, 2003, are contained within the press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K. Investors should refer to that document for specific figures.

This statement means that, under certain sections of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (specifically Section 18), the information provided in the 8-K and the press release is considered 'furnished' rather than 'filed.' This typically limits liability under Section 18 unless the information is later expressly incorporated into a registration statement or other filing where it is deemed 'filed'.

Warren C. Jenson is identified as the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial and Administrative Officer of Electronic Arts Inc. His signature indicates that the company has officially submitted this report and its contents, confirming the accuracy and completeness of the information being disclosed according to regulatory requirements.