Where can I find the detailed financial results for ICE's first quarter of 2016?

The detailed financial results for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2016, are provided in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

Does this 8-K filing contain the actual financial statements?

No, this 8-K filing primarily serves as a notification of the financial results announcement. The actual detailed financial information, including statements and commentary, is contained within the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).

What are non-GAAP financial measures and where can I find their reconciliation?

Non-GAAP financial measures are financial metrics that exclude or include amounts different from the nearest-GAAP equivalents. ICE mentions that these measures are used in the earnings release. Reconciliations to the comparable GAAP financial measures can be found within the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) and will also be detailed in ICE's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2016.

Is the information in this 8-K considered 'filed' with the SEC?

The information furnished under Item 2.02, including the attached press release, is generally not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it automatically incorporated by reference into other SEC filings, unless specifically stated otherwise in a future filing.

ICE 8-K: Earnings & Results

Summary

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (ICE) filed an 8-K on May 4, 2016, to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2016. The report primarily directs investors to an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains the detailed financial information, including both GAAP and non-GAAP measures. This filing serves as a formal announcement of the company's performance during the first quarter of 2016, providing investors with key operational and financial data. Investors should review the referenced press release for a comprehensive understanding of the company's financial condition and results of operations for the period. While the 8-K itself is a notification filing, the underlying press release, accessible via the exhibit, is crucial for assessing ICE's performance, including revenue, earnings, and any forward-looking statements or strategic updates. The company also notes that reconciliations for non-GAAP measures are provided within the press release and its subsequent 10-Q filing, which is standard practice and important for a complete financial analysis.

Key Highlights

1ICE announced its first-quarter 2016 financial results on May 4, 2016.
2The primary disclosure of financial results is contained within an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
3The filing serves as a formal notification of the quarterly earnings.
4Information includes both GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures.
5Reconciliations for non-GAAP measures are available in the press release and the upcoming Form 10-Q.
6The report is filed under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 9.01 (Financial Statements and Exhibits).

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 4, 2016)

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