Summary
Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) filed an 8-K on May 1, 2012, to report its second quarter 2012 financial results. The filing primarily serves to attach the press release detailing these results, which was issued on the same day. Investors should note that the press release includes non-GAAP financial measures, which the company uses to provide supplemental insights into its performance. While the 8-K itself does not contain extensive narrative, the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) is the key document for understanding Emerson's performance during the second quarter of fiscal year 2012. Investors are directed to consult this press release for specific financial figures and operational highlights, keeping in mind the nature of the non-GAAP metrics presented.
Key Highlights
- 1Emerson Electric Co. announced its second quarter 2012 financial results via a press release filed on May 1, 2012.
- 2The 8-K filing (Item 2.02) specifically incorporates the press release announcing these quarterly results as Exhibit 99.1.
- 3The company utilized non-GAAP financial measures in its reported results, which are presented as supplemental information.
- 4Investors are advised that these non-GAAP measures may differ from those reported by other companies and should be considered alongside, not as a substitute for, GAAP figures.
- 5The press release references 'orders' based on a trailing three-month average of GAAP underlying orders compared to the prior year, as previously reported.
- 6The filing date for the 8-K is May 1, 2012, with the earliest event reported being April 30, 2012.