What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Lockheed Martin Corporation's financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2017, through an accompanying earnings release.

Where can I find the detailed financial results announced in this filing?

The detailed financial results are available in the news release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

Does this filing include any forward-looking guidance or major business updates?

This 8-K filing's primary focus is on reporting historical financial results. While the earnings release (Exhibit 99.1) may contain forward-looking statements or discussions about the business, the 8-K itself is primarily an announcement of past performance. Investors should review the earnings release for any additional context or guidance.

What is the significance of the statement that Exhibit 99.1 'shall not be deemed "filed"'?

This statement means that while the earnings release is provided for informational purposes, it is not subject to the same liability rules as formally filed documents under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. It also means it's not automatically incorporated by reference into other SEC filings, such as those under the Securities Act of 1933.

LMT 8-K: Earnings & Results

Summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) filed an 8-K on January 29, 2018, primarily to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2017. The key takeaway for investors is the release of these financial performance metrics, which are detailed in the accompanying earnings release furnished as Exhibit 99.1. This filing serves as the official notification of LMT's financial standing as of year-end 2017.

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1LMT reported its financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2017.
2The earnings release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
3This filing is an event-driven disclosure of financial performance.
4Investors can find detailed financial information for Q4 and FY 2017 within the earnings release.
5The information provided is for the period ending December 31, 2017.
6The filing does not involve any other significant corporate events beyond the earnings announcement.

LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 29, 2018)

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