01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed January 22, 2019. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (IBKR) filed an 8-K on January 22, 2019, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2018.
The accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) contains the detailed financial performance. Additionally, the company announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10a per share, payable on March 14, 2019, to shareholders of record on March 1, 2019. While the press release itself contains the core financial data investors would be interested in, this 8-K filing primarily serves as the official mechanism to introduce that information into the public record.
Investors should refer to the furnished press release for specific figures regarding revenue, earnings per share, trading volumes, and other key performance indicators for the period. The dividend declaration provides a direct return to shareholders.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Announcement of Q4 and Full Year 2018 Financial Results via press release.
- Press release containing detailed financial performance for the period ended December 31, 2018, is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
- Declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share.
- Dividend payment date set for March 14, 2019.
- Record date for dividend eligibility established as March 1, 2019.
- Information furnished in the 8-K is not deemed 'filed' for Section 18 purposes.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the detailed financial results for Q4 and FY 2018?
The detailed financial results are provided in the press release dated January 22, 2019, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.
What is the amount of the quarterly cash dividend and when will it be paid?
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share. This dividend will be paid on March 14, 2019.
Who is eligible to receive the declared dividend?
Shareholders of record as of March 1, 2019, will be eligible to receive the quarterly cash dividend.
Does this 8-K filing change how Interactive Brokers' financial information is treated under SEC regulations?
No, the information furnished in this 8-K filing, including the press release, is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. It is primarily for informational purposes unless explicitly incorporated by reference into future filings.
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