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Howmet Aerospace Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 8, 2019)

Filed February 8, 2019For Securities:HWM

Summary

This 8-K filing by Arconic Inc. (which would later become Howmet Aerospace) on February 8, 2019, primarily serves to attach a press release detailing the company's financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2018. While the 8-K itself doesn't contain the detailed financial data, it directs investors to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for this crucial information. Investors should review the referenced press release for specific figures regarding revenue, profitability, earnings per share, and any forward-looking guidance provided for 2019. The filing also includes standard legal disclaimers, noting that the information furnished is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, but is incorporated by reference. This is a common practice for 8-K filings that primarily announce financial results via press release. Investors relying on these results should ensure they are accessing the full press release to understand the company's performance and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing date: February 8, 2019.
  • 2Company: Arconic Inc. (predecessor to Howmet Aerospace).
  • 3Primary purpose: To furnish a press release announcing Q4 and full-year 2018 financial results.
  • 4Key information source: Investors must refer to the attached Exhibit 99.1 press release for detailed financial data.
  • 5Legal disclaimer: Information furnished is not 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, but is incorporated by reference.
  • 6Key items to review in Exhibit 99.1: Q4 and FY 2018 financial performance metrics and any forward-looking statements.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and attach Arconic Inc.'s press release containing its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year of 2018. It serves as a notification to the market and incorporates the press release by reference.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors need to consult this press release for specific figures related to revenue, earnings, and other financial performance indicators.

This 8-K filing itself does not explicitly state guidance. However, the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) likely contains forward-looking statements and financial guidance for the upcoming periods. Investors should carefully review the press release for any projections or outlook provided by the company.

The disclaimer means that while the information is being publicly disclosed and made available through the SEC filing, it does not carry the same legal liabilities under Section 18 of the Exchange Act as if it were formally 'filed' with the SEC. This is a common distinction for items furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K.