How significant was Equinix's revenue growth in 2003?

Equinix experienced significant growth in 2003, with revenue increasing by approximately 55% year-over-year. This growth aligns with the company's previously provided financial guidance.

Where can investors find more detailed financial information?

Investors can find more detailed financial information, including a reconciliation of non-GAAP to GAAP financial metrics, as an exhibit to this 8-K filing. Additionally, the webcast presentation from January 9, 2004, which covers these results, is available on the Investor Relations section of Equinix's website (www.equinix.com).

What is the difference between GAAP and non-GAAP financial metrics mentioned?

GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) are the standard accounting rules in the U.S. Non-GAAP financial metrics are performance measures that exclude certain items or are calculated differently from GAAP. The filing provides a reconciliation to help investors understand how these non-GAAP measures relate to the standard GAAP reporting.

EQIX 8-K SEC Disclosure

Q: What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing for Equinix investors?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to confirm Equinix's financial performance for the full year 2003, specifically that the company met its previously issued revenue guidance. It also provides access to the reconciliation of non-GAAP financial metrics discussed in a recent webcast.

Summary

Equinix Inc. (EQIX) filed a Current Report on Form 8-K on January 13, 2004, to update investors on its financial performance for the fiscal year 2003. The report confirms that the company met its previously issued revenue guidance for the fourth quarter and the full year 2003. This performance represents a significant year-over-year increase in revenue, estimated at approximately 55%. The company also announced that it presented certain non-GAAP financial information during a webcast on January 9, 2004. A reconciliation of these non-GAAP metrics to the most directly comparable GAAP measures is provided as an exhibit to this filing, allowing investors to understand the company's financial results under both reporting frameworks. The webcast materials are available on Equinix's Investor Relations website.

Key Highlights

1Equinix met its previously issued revenue guidance for the fourth quarter and full year 2003.
2The company reported a substantial year-over-year revenue increase of approximately 55% for 2003.
3The 8-K filing includes a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial metrics to GAAP.
4A webcast presenting these results occurred on January 9, 2004.
5The webcast presentation is accessible on the Equinix Investor Relations website.
6The filing is dated January 13, 2004, with the earliest event reported on January 13, 2004.

EQUINIX INC 8-K Report (Jan 13, 2004)

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