What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to report Equinix's financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2016, and to provide access to the press release and conference call discussing these results.

Where can I find the detailed financial results for Q4 and full year 2016?

The detailed financial results are provided in the press release dated February 15, 2017, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

Will Equinix be discussing non-GAAP financial measures?

Yes, Equinix will be referencing certain non-GAAP financial measures in its press release and conference call. The press release includes a reconciliation of these non-GAAP measures to their comparable GAAP financial measures.

Is this filing considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act?

No, the information furnished in this Item 2.02 report shall not be deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, unless expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

EQIX 8-K: Earnings & Results

Summary

Equinix, Inc. (EQIX) filed a Form 8-K on February 15, 2017, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2016. The report primarily directs investors to a press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains detailed financial performance information and will be further discussed in an upcoming conference call. This filing marks a standard disclosure of quarterly and annual earnings for the company.

Key Highlights

1Equinix reported its financial results for Q4 and full year 2016.
2The company issued a press release on February 15, 2017, detailing these results.
3A conference call will be held to discuss the financial performance.
4The filing is a standard Form 8-K reporting under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
5Exhibit 99.1, the press release, is furnished as part of this filing.
6The company intends to discuss certain non-GAAP financial information and provides reconciliations to GAAP measures in the press release.

EQUINIX INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 15, 2017)

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