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LOWES COMPANIES INC 8-K Report (Nov 17, 2003)

Filed November 17, 2003For Securities:LOW

Summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) filed an 8-K on November 17, 2003, primarily to furnish a press release announcing its third-quarter financial results for the period ending October 31, 2003. The filing itself does not contain the detailed financial results but directs investors to the attached press release for this information. This is a standard procedural filing for companies to report significant events or financial updates to the market in a timely manner. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the actual financial performance, including revenue, earnings per share, and any forward-looking guidance provided by management. This 8-K serves as the official notification that these results have been made public, making them available for analysis and investment decisions.

Key Highlights

  • 18-K filing on November 17, 2003, by Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW).
  • 2The primary purpose of the filing is to announce third-quarter financial results.
  • 3The financial results are for the quarter ended October 31, 2003.
  • 4Exhibit 99.1 contains the press release with the detailed financial results.
  • 5The information is furnished and not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 6This filing ensures timely disclosure of material financial information to investors.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s financial results for its third quarter ended October 31, 2003, via an accompanying press release.

The detailed financial results for the third quarter ended October 31, 2003, are contained in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

When information is furnished under an 8-K, it means it's being made public but is generally not subject to the same liability provisions under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as information that is formally 'filed'. This distinction is important for legal and regulatory purposes.

This 8-K filing itself does not contain the detailed financial results or forward-looking statements. Investors would need to consult the press release (Exhibit 99.1) to find any such information released by Lowe's management.