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FEDEX CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Dec 20, 2016)

Filed December 20, 2016For Securities:FDX

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by FedEx Corporation, dated December 20, 2016, announces the company's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2016. The core of the report is the incorporated press release (Exhibit 99.1) which details the company's performance during the period. Investors should note that this information is furnished under Item 2.02 and is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal implications as a formally filed financial statement but still provides crucial operational and financial insights. The filing itself is a standard procedural document, serving as the vehicle to disseminate the quarterly earnings information. The key takeaway for investors is to refer to the attached press release for the actual financial metrics, revenue figures, profitability, and any forward-looking statements or management commentary provided by FedEx regarding its performance and outlook. Investors will need to access Exhibit 99.1 to understand the specifics of the quarter's results.

Key Highlights

  • 1FedEx Corp. filed an 8-K on December 20, 2016, to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2016.
  • 2The primary content of the filing is a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing the company's financial performance.
  • 3This report is furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, meaning the information is provided for disclosure but is not considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 4Investors should consult Exhibit 99.1 for specific financial data, including revenue, earnings, and operational highlights for the reported quarter.
  • 5The filing indicates the company's principal executive offices are located in Memphis, Tennessee.
  • 6The report was signed by John L. Merino, Corporate Vice President and Principal Accounting Officer.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose FedEx Corporation's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2016, through an attached press release.

The detailed financial results, including revenue, earnings, and management commentary, are contained within Exhibit 99.1, which is a press release dated December 20, 2016, and incorporated by reference into this 8-K filing.

While the 8-K itself is a procedural document, the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) typically includes management's commentary on performance and may contain forward-looking statements or guidance. Investors should review Exhibit 99.1 for this information.

When information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02, it means it's provided for disclosure purposes but is not subject to the liabilities associated with information formally 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. While it provides important updates, it carries a different legal weight for the company compared to formally filed documents like annual reports.