8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

Fortinet, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 31, 2012)

Filed January 31, 2012For Securities:FTNT

Summary

Fortinet, Inc. (FTNT) filed an 8-K on January 31, 2012, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2011. The primary purpose of this filing is to furnish a press release containing these results, which is incorporated by reference. Investors should review the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial performance, operational achievements, and forward-looking statements for the period. While the 8-K itself is brief, it serves as the official channel for disseminating the company's official earnings announcement. Investors are encouraged to consult the furnished press release for specific figures related to revenue, profitability, and any management commentary on business trends and outlook. The filing also includes standard legal disclaimers regarding the non-filed status of this information under certain sections of the Securities Exchange Act, meaning it's not subject to liabilities for misstatements or omissions under Section 18.

Key Highlights

  • 1Fortinet officially reported its financial results for Q4 and the full year 2011 via an 8-K filing.
  • 2The press release containing the financial results for the period ending December 31, 2011, is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3The filing is primarily an announcement of financial results, with details contained within the referenced press release.
  • 4Investors should refer to Exhibit 99.1 for specific revenue, profit, and other financial metrics.
  • 5The company's management commentary and outlook for future periods are also expected to be found within the press release.
  • 6Standard legal disclaimers are included, noting that the furnished information is not considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide Fortinet's financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2011, by furnishing a press release.

The detailed financial results, including specific revenue, earnings, and other financial data, are contained within the press release dated January 31, 2012, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

While the 8-K itself does not contain forward-looking guidance, the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that is furnished with this filing typically includes management's commentary and outlook for future periods. Investors should review the press release for this information.

No, the filing explicitly states that the information furnished in this press release shall not be deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means investors cannot hold the company liable for misstatements or omissions under that specific section based solely on this furnishing.