Where can I find the specific financial results for Fortinet's first quarter of 2014?

The specific financial results for Fortinet's first quarter ended March 31, 2014, are detailed in the press release dated April 23, 2014, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. You will need to refer to that press release for the actual numbers and commentary.

What is the significance of this 8-K filing?

This 8-K filing serves as official notification from Fortinet that they have released their first quarter 2014 financial results. It ensures that investors have access to this important company information through a formal SEC filing.

Does this 8-K contain the actual financial numbers?

No, the 8-K filing itself does not contain the detailed financial numbers. It only states that the company has released a press release with these results and furnishes that press release as an exhibit.

What does it mean that the information is 'furnished' and not 'filed'?

The filing includes a disclaimer stating the information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02. This means it is provided to the SEC but is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, nor is it automatically incorporated by reference into future SEC filings, unless specifically stated otherwise. This is a common practice for earnings press releases.

FTNT 8-K: Earnings & Results

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Fortinet, Inc. (FTNT) filed an 8-K on April 23, 2014, to report its first quarter 2014 financial results. The key takeaway for investors is the release of the Q1 2014 earnings, detailed in an accompanying press release. This filing serves as notification and provides access to the company's performance metrics for the period ending March 31, 2014. While the 8-K itself doesn't contain the financial figures directly, it formally incorporates the press release (Exhibit 99.1) which details these results. Investors should refer to this press release for information on revenue, profitability, earnings per share, and any forward-looking guidance provided by Fortinet for the upcoming periods. The filing also includes standard legal disclaimers regarding the 'furnished' nature of the information, meaning it's not considered 'filed' for Section 18 purposes unless explicitly incorporated into a registration statement.

Key Highlights

1Fortinet announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2014.
2The Q1 2014 earnings press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
3Investors can access detailed financial performance information, including revenue and profitability, within the press release.
4The filing provides an official notification of the company's latest financial performance update.
5Standard SEC disclaimers apply regarding the 'furnished' status of the earnings information.

Fortinet, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 23, 2014)

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