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HOME DEPOT, INC. 8-K Report (Aug 17, 2004)

Filed August 17, 2004For Securities:HD

Summary

The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) filed an 8-K on August 17, 2004, to report on its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended August 1, 2004. This filing primarily serves to furnish the company's earnings press release, which contains the most material information for investors regarding the company's performance during that period. Investors should review the press release, incorporated by reference into this filing, for detailed insights into revenue, profitability, and other key financial metrics. While the 8-K itself is a brief notification, it signals that The Home Depot has disclosed its latest quarterly financial performance. The focus for investors is on the content of the press release, which would typically include year-over-year comparisons, any forward-looking statements, and commentary on business trends impacting the company. It's crucial for investors to understand how these results align with expectations and what they imply for the company's future outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1The Home Depot filed an 8-K on August 17, 2004, to announce its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended August 1, 2004.
  • 2The filing incorporates by reference the company's earnings press release, which contains the detailed financial results.
  • 3Investors are directed to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific performance metrics and commentary.
  • 4The information furnished is not considered 'filed' for certain SEC liability purposes, but is provided to inform the market.
  • 5This report serves as a timely update on the company's operational and financial condition for the most recently completed quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to The Home Depot's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended August 1, 2004, through an incorporated press release.

The detailed financial results are provided in the press release issued by The Home Depot on August 17, 2004, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference into this 8-K filing.

This specific 8-K filing is primarily focused on reporting the company's financial results for the quarter. For details on strategic initiatives or significant business changes, investors would need to consult the content of the press release or other filings that specifically address such matters.

When information is 'furnished' under an 8-K, it generally means the company is providing it to the public but is not subject to the same legal liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as information that is formally 'filed'. However, it still serves as an important disclosure to investors.