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EQUINIX INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 9, 2011)

Filed February 9, 2011For Securities:EQIX

Summary

Equinix, Inc. (EQIX) filed an 8-K report on February 9, 2011, primarily to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2010. The report itself is brief, referencing an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains the detailed financial and operational data. Investors should refer to this press release for a comprehensive understanding of Equinix's performance during the reported periods. The company also indicated it would hold a conference call on the same day to discuss these results. Notably, the filing specifies that the information provided in the press release is furnished and not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it does not automatically become incorporated into other SEC filings unless specifically referenced. Investors should also be aware that Equinix's discussion may include non-GAAP financial measures, with reconciliations provided in the press release.

Key Highlights

  • 1Equinix (EQIX) released its Q4 and full-year 2010 financial results via an 8-K filing on February 9, 2011.
  • 2The core information is contained within an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), which investors should consult for details.
  • 3A conference call was scheduled for February 9, 2011, to discuss the reported financial results.
  • 4The filing emphasizes that the press release content is furnished, not filed, for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 5Equinix may present non-GAAP financial measures, with reconciliations available in the press release.
  • 6Keith D. Taylor, Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce Equinix, Inc.'s financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2010. The detailed results are provided in an attached press release.

The actual financial results are detailed in the press release dated February 9, 2011, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to this exhibit for specific financial data and operational performance.

No, the filing states that the information furnished in the press release is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. It will only be incorporated by reference into other filings if Equinix specifically makes such a statement in a future filing.

Yes, the filing indicates that Equinix may refer to certain non-GAAP financial measures in its press release and conference call. Reconciliations between these non-GAAP measures and the comparable GAAP financial measures are provided within the attached press release.