8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

EQUIFAX INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 3, 2005)

Filed February 3, 2005For Securities:EFX

Summary

This Form 8-K filed by Equifax Inc. on February 3, 2005, primarily serves to announce the company's financial results for the three-month period and the full fiscal year ended December 31, 2004. The report itself does not contain detailed financial figures but rather references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) where these results are disclosed. Investors should refer to the attached press release for specific performance metrics and operational highlights from the fourth quarter and the full year 2004. The filing indicates that the information provided in the press release is being furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it is not subject to the liabilities associated with that section, but it may be incorporated by reference into other SEC filings if explicitly stated. The key takeaway for investors is to access the press release for a comprehensive understanding of Equifax's financial condition and results of operations for the period.

Key Highlights

  • 1Equifax Inc. filed a Form 8-K on February 3, 2005, reporting on financial results.
  • 2The report covers the three-month period and the fiscal year ended December 31, 2004.
  • 3Specific financial results and operational details are provided in an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 4The press release is furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 5This means the information is not subject to Section 18 liability unless expressly incorporated by reference into other filings.
  • 6Investors need to consult Exhibit 99.1 for actual financial performance data.
  • 7The Chief Financial Officer, Donald T. Heroman, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this Form 8-K is to announce and provide access to Equifax Inc.'s financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year ended December 31, 2004, through an attached press release.

The detailed financial results are located in Exhibit 99.1, which is a press release issued by Equifax Inc. on February 3, 2005, and attached to this 8-K filing.

No, the information in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) is furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This has implications for liability under that specific section, but the information could still be referenced in other SEC filings.

The financial results reported cover both the three-month period (fourth quarter) and the entire fiscal year that ended on December 31, 2004.