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GARMIN LTD 8-K Report, Financial Results (Aug 5, 2009)

Filed August 5, 2009For Securities:GRMN

Summary

Garmin Ltd. filed an 8-K on August 5, 2009, primarily to announce its financial results for the second fiscal quarter ended June 27, 2009. The key takeaway for investors is the issuance of a press release detailing these results, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to the filing. This report serves as the formal notification to the market of Garmin's performance during the quarter. While the 8-K itself does not contain the specific financial figures, it directs investors to the press release for comprehensive details. It is important to note the cautionary statement within the filing, which clarifies that the information provided in Item 2.02 and the attached press release is furnished and not considered "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act. This means it does not carry the same liability as formally filed reports unless explicitly incorporated into a future filing.

Key Highlights

  • 1Garmin Ltd. announced its second fiscal quarter 2009 financial results via an August 5, 2009 press release.
  • 2The press release detailing the Q2 2009 financial results is included as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
  • 3The filing's primary purpose is to provide market notification of the company's quarterly performance.
  • 4Information in Item 2.02 and Exhibit 99.1 is furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 5This filing does not incorporate the Q2 results into other Securities Act or Exchange Act filings by default.
  • 6Investors are directed to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific financial data and operational details.

Frequently Asked Questions

The specific financial results for Garmin's second quarter ended June 27, 2009, are detailed in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

No, the 8-K filing itself primarily serves to announce that the financial results have been released. The detailed breakdown of revenue, earnings, and other financial metrics is contained within the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).

The statement signifies that the information in Item 2.02 and Exhibit 99.1 is provided to the public but does not carry the same legal liability under Section 18 of the Exchange Act as information that is formally 'filed'. It also means the information won't be automatically incorporated into other filings unless specifically stated.

This 8-K filing does not specify the business segments covered. Investors would need to refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for details on performance across Garmin's various product categories such as automotive, fitness, aviation, and marine.