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COCA COLA CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 17, 2008)

Filed July 17, 2008For Securities:KO

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by The Coca-Cola Company (KO) on July 17, 2008, primarily announces the release of their financial results for the second quarter and the first half of 2008. The filing incorporates by reference a press release, dated July 17, 2008, detailing these financial outcomes. While the 8-K itself doesn't provide the specific numbers, it serves as the official notification to investors that these results are now publicly available via the attached press release. Investors should refer to the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the detailed financial performance, including revenue, earnings per share, and any segment-specific information. This filing is crucial for understanding the company's operational and financial health during the second quarter of 2008, a period that may have been influenced by broader economic conditions. The company explicitly states that this information is not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, which is a standard disclosure to manage legal liability.

Key Highlights

  • 1The Coca-Cola Company filed an 8-K on July 17, 2008, to report its financial results.
  • 2The filing covers the second quarter and the first half of the fiscal year 2008.
  • 3Financial results are provided via an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 4The press release is dated July 17, 2008.
  • 5The company is providing an update on its financial condition and results of operations.
  • 6The disclosed information is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to The Coca-Cola Company's financial results for the second quarter and the first half of 2008, as detailed in an attached press release.

The specific financial details are contained within the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should review this exhibit for comprehensive information on revenue, earnings, and other key financial metrics.

No, the filing explicitly states that the information in the press release is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This is a standard disclosure to indicate that the company is providing information but not assuming the same level of legal liability as if it were formally filed.

The financial results reported in this 8-K and its attached press release cover the second quarter of 2008 and the first half of the fiscal year 2008.