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Fortinet, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 26, 2017)

Filed October 26, 2017For Securities:FTNT

Summary

Fortinet, Inc. (FTNT) filed an 8-K on October 26, 2017, to report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2017. The key driver of this filing is the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that accompanies it, which contains the detailed financial performance and operational updates for the quarter. Investors should refer to this press release for specific figures related to revenue, earnings per share, and any forward-looking guidance provided by the company. While the 8-K itself is a procedural filing, the furnished press release serves as the primary source of new, material information for the investment community. This filing signifies the company's adherence to timely disclosure requirements and provides investors with the latest financial snapshot of Fortinet's business operations and its performance in the competitive cybersecurity market during Q3 2017.

Key Highlights

  • 1Fortinet, Inc. filed an 8-K on October 26, 2017.
  • 2The filing pertains to the financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2017.
  • 3A press release containing the Q3 2017 financial results is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4The press release is incorporated by reference into the 8-K.
  • 5Investors should consult Exhibit 99.1 for detailed financial performance information.
  • 6The filing adheres to SEC regulations for reporting quarterly financial results.
  • 7Information furnished under Item 2.02 is generally not considered 'filed' for Section 18 purposes unless expressly stated.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and provide access to Fortinet's financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2017, through an accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1).

The detailed financial results for the third quarter of 2017 are available in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

Under Item 2.02 of the 8-K, information furnished in a press release is generally not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or incorporated into other SEC filings, unless Fortinet specifically states otherwise in a future filing.

Investors should look for key financial metrics such as revenue, net income, earnings per share (EPS), gross margin, operating margin, cash flow from operations, and any updated financial guidance for future periods as provided by Fortinet in the press release.