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Johnson Controls International plc 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 14, 2013)

Filed November 14, 2013For Securities:JCI

Summary

This 8-K filing from Tyco International Ltd. (now Johnson Controls International plc, following a later merger, but reporting as Tyco at this time) on November 14, 2013, primarily serves to report the company's fourth-quarter and full-year fiscal 2013 financial results. Investors should note the details within the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1, which outlines the company's operational and financial performance for the period ending September 27, 2013. The filing also announces a strategic acquisition, Westfire, Inc., through a press release filed as Exhibit 99.2, indicating growth and potential expansion within its business segments. While the 8-K itself is a reporting mechanism for these events, the core investor takeaway lies in the performance metrics and strategic moves disclosed. Investors would need to refer to the referenced press releases for detailed financial figures, segment performance, and any forward-looking statements or management commentary regarding the outlook for fiscal 2014 and the impact of the Westfire acquisition on Tyco's business strategy and market position.

Key Highlights

  • 1Tyco International Ltd. reported its fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2013 results on November 14, 2013.
  • 2The financial results were detailed in a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.
  • 3The company announced the acquisition of Westfire, Inc. on November 8, 2013.
  • 4The acquisition of Westfire, Inc. was also reported via a press release, filed as Exhibit 99.2.
  • 5The fiscal year 2013 concluded on September 27, 2013.
  • 6The filing is primarily informational, referencing external press releases for detailed financial and operational information.
  • 7Tyco International Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing itself does not contain the detailed financial results. Instead, it incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) dated November 14, 2013, which provides the company's fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2013 financial performance. Investors would need to review that press release for specific revenue, profit, and other financial metrics.

The acquisition of Westfire, Inc., announced on November 8, 2013, and detailed in Exhibit 99.2, represents a strategic move by Tyco International to expand its business. The exact strategic impact and financial terms would be elaborated upon in the referenced press release.

Tyco International's fiscal year 2013 ended on September 27, 2013.

This 8-K filing primarily serves to report past events and results. Any forward-looking statements or guidance for fiscal year 2014 would typically be found within the content of the press releases referenced in the filing, particularly the one detailing the financial results.