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ELECTRONIC ARTS INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 10, 2016)

Filed May 10, 2016For Securities:EA

Summary

Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) has filed an 8-K report on May 10, 2016, to announce its financial results for the fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2016. The report primarily consists of a press release detailing these financial outcomes. Investors should note that this information, as is standard for such filings, is not deemed 'filed' for legal purposes like Section 18 of the Exchange Act, nor is it incorporated into other SEC filings unless specifically referenced. The key takeaway for investors is the release of the company's latest performance metrics for the most recently concluded fiscal periods. While the 8-K itself does not contain detailed financial tables, it directs investors to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the comprehensive financial data. This press release would contain information on revenue, earnings per share, profitability, and potentially guidance for future periods. Investors are encouraged to review this press release to gain a full understanding of EA's financial standing and operational performance as of March 31, 2016.

Key Highlights

  • 1EA announced financial results for the fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2016.
  • 2The announcement was made via a press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.
  • 3The filing serves as a notification of the release of these financial results.
  • 4Information in the 8-K and the attached press release is generally not considered 'filed' for regulatory purposes (e.g., Section 18 of the Exchange Act).
  • 5Investors need to refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial information.
  • 6The filing date is May 9, 2016, with the press release dated May 10, 2016.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce Electronic Arts Inc.'s financial results for the fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2016, through an accompanying press release.

The detailed financial results are located in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

Typically, information furnished in an 8-K like this, including the press release, is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, unless specifically incorporated by reference into another filing. This means it does not carry the same legal liability as information formally filed with the SEC.

This report covers the financial results for the fiscal quarter and the full fiscal year that ended on March 31, 2016.