8-KEarnings & Results

EXPEDITORS INTERNATIONAL OF WASHINGTON INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 17, 2006)

Filed February 17, 2006For Securities:EXPD

Summary

Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD) filed an 8-K report on February 17, 2006, primarily to disclose its fourth quarter and full-year 2005 financial results. This filing provides investors with key performance metrics and financial condition updates for the period ending December 31, 2005. While the 8-K itself primarily serves as a notification and incorporates a press release for detailed results, it signifies the company's adherence to timely disclosure of material financial information. Investors should review the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specifics on revenue, profitability, and other operational highlights from the fourth quarter and the entire fiscal year 2005, which are crucial for assessing the company's performance and future outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing Date: February 17, 2006
  • 2Company: Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)
  • 3Report Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
  • 4Primary Item Reported: Item 2.02 - Results of Operations and Financial Condition
  • 5Event Date: February 14, 2006 (Press Release Date)
  • 6Content Furnished: Press release announcing fourth quarter 2005 financial results.
  • 7Exhibit Included: Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release)

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report the company's financial results for the fourth quarter of 2005. It serves as a formal notification to the SEC and investors, and it incorporates the press release that contains the detailed financial information.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release issued on February 14, 2006, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to that press release for specific figures on revenue, earnings, and other performance indicators.

This report primarily covers the financial results for the fourth quarter of 2005. The press release incorporated by reference would also likely include full-year 2005 results.