8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

ESSEX PROPERTY TRUST, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Aug 5, 2010)

Filed August 5, 2010For Securities:ESS

Summary

Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS) has filed an 8-K report on August 5, 2010, to announce its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2010. The primary focus of this filing is the dissemination of earnings information through a press release, which is incorporated by reference. Investors should note that this information is furnished and not deemed "filed" under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it does not carry the same regulatory liabilities as formally filed information. The report signifies that the company is providing investors with an update on its operational and financial performance for the second quarter of 2010. While the specific financial figures are detailed in the attached press release and supplemental information, the 8-K serves as the official notification of this release. Investors seeking detailed metrics on revenue, net income, funds from operations (FFO), and guidance for future periods should refer to the referenced exhibits.

Key Highlights

  • 1Essex Property Trust, Inc. released its Q2 2010 earnings on August 4, 2010.
  • 2The earnings announcement is included as an exhibit to the 8-K filing.
  • 3The information furnished is for informational purposes and is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 4Investors are directed to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial results.
  • 5Supplemental information (Exhibit 99.2) is also provided to investors.
  • 6The filing primarily serves to officially disseminate the company's quarterly performance update.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Essex Property Trust, Inc.'s earnings results for the quarter ended June 30, 2010, through an attached press release and supplemental information.

The specific financial details, including earnings per share, revenue, and other key performance indicators for the quarter ended June 30, 2010, are located in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) and the supplemental information (Exhibit 99.2) attached to this 8-K filing.

Yes, the information in this report, including the exhibits, is being furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it is not subject to the same liabilities as information that is formally filed with the SEC.

In this context, 'incorporated by reference' means that the content of the press release (Exhibit 99.1) is treated as if it were part of the 8-K filing, making it readily accessible to investors reviewing the SEC filing. However, it maintains its 'furnished' status and not 'filed' status.