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FEDEX CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Mar 18, 2010)

Filed March 18, 2010For Securities:FDX

Summary

This Form 8-K filing from FedEx Corporation, dated March 18, 2010, primarily serves to announce the company's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2010, via an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1). While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial figures, it directs investors to the press release for information on the company's operational and financial condition during the period. This is a standard disclosure mechanism for companies to promptly inform the market of significant financial performance updates. Investors reviewing this filing should pay close attention to the accompanying press release for insights into revenue, profitability, segment performance, and any forward-looking statements or guidance provided by FedEx management. The inclusion of results for the fiscal quarter ending February 28, 2010, suggests the report is addressing performance during a critical period for shipping volumes, potentially influenced by seasonal demand and the broader economic environment of early 2010.

Key Highlights

  • 1FedEx Corp. filed a Form 8-K on March 18, 2010.
  • 2The filing's primary purpose is to report financial results for the fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2010.
  • 3Financial results are disclosed via an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 4The press release contains information on the financial condition and results of operations for FedEx Corporation and its subsidiary, Federal Express Corporation.
  • 5This is an informational filing under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, concerning Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
  • 6The information furnished is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 7The filing indicates key personnel involved in certifying the financial information, including Corporate Controllers.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this Form 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to FedEx Corporation's financial results for the fiscal quarter that ended on February 28, 2010. The detailed financial information is contained within an attached press release.

The actual financial results for the fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2010, are provided in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing. Investors should refer to that document for specific figures and commentary.

This 8-K filing itself is a notification of the financial results release. Any forward-looking statements, guidance, or management commentary regarding future performance would be contained within the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that is incorporated by reference.

According to the 'Explanatory Note' within the filing, the information furnished is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it subject to the liabilities of that section. It is furnished under Item 2.02.