8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

COCA COLA CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 21, 2015)

Filed October 21, 2015For Securities:KO

Summary

The Coca-Cola Company filed an 8-K on October 21, 2015, to report its financial results for the third quarter and year-to-date period of 2015. This filing primarily serves to attach a press release containing the detailed financial performance data. Investors should review this press release for comprehensive information on the company's operational and financial standing during the reported periods. While this 8-K itself does not contain the financial figures directly, it directs stakeholders to the official press release for the most up-to-date and crucial insights into sales, earnings, and other key performance indicators. It's important to note the standard disclaimer that this information is furnished and not deemed "filed" under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal implications as if it were directly within the 8-K form itself, but it is still the official release of financial results.

Key Highlights

  • 1The 8-K filing's primary purpose is to disclose Coca-Cola's financial results for Q3 and year-to-date 2015.
  • 2The detailed financial results are provided in an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) dated October 21, 2015.
  • 3Investors should consult the referenced press release for specific performance metrics and operational details.
  • 4The filing includes standard language indicating that the information is furnished and not 'filed' for certain regulatory purposes.
  • 5This report provides an official update on the company's financial condition and results of operations as of the reporting date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The specific financial results for the third quarter and year-to-date 2015 are detailed in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

This disclaimer means that while the information is being officially released by the company, it is not considered 'filed' for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This has implications for liability under that specific section, but the data remains the official financial disclosure for the period.

This particular 8-K filing (Item 2.02 and Item 9.01(d)) is solely focused on reporting financial results. Other types of 8-K filings cover events like executive changes or significant corporate actions.

The press release containing the Q3 2015 financial results, which is attached to this 8-K, is dated October 21, 2015.