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LOWES COMPANIES INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Aug 20, 2012)

Filed August 20, 2012For Securities:LOW

Summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) filed an 8-K on August 20, 2012, to report its financial results for the second quarter ended August 3, 2012. The key information contained within this filing is the company's performance during the quarter, as detailed in a press release furnished as an exhibit. Investors should review this press release for specific financial metrics, sales figures, and any commentary from management regarding operational performance and outlook. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial statements, it serves as the official notification that Lowe's has released its Q2 2012 results. This filing is crucial for understanding the company's recent financial health and trajectory, especially in the context of the retail and home improvement sectors during that period. Investors are encouraged to access the provided press release (Exhibit 99.1) for a comprehensive understanding of the reported results.

Key Highlights

  • 1Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) announced its second quarter 2012 financial results on August 20, 2012, via an 8-K filing.
  • 2The filing is primarily a notification of the release of Q2 2012 financial results, with details provided in an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 3Investors need to refer to the furnished press release for specific financial performance data for the quarter ended August 3, 2012.
  • 4The 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial statements but references the exhibit for results of operations and financial condition.
  • 5This filing is important for tracking Lowe's performance and understanding its financial position in the second quarter of 2012.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and furnish Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s financial results for its second quarter ended August 3, 2012. The detailed results are provided in an accompanying press release.

The detailed financial results for Lowe's Q2 2012 are available in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should consult this exhibit for specific performance metrics.

No, this 8-K filing, specifically Item 2.02, does not contain the full financial statements. It references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains the announced financial results and commentary.

The press release is being 'furnished' rather than 'filed'. This means it is provided to the SEC for public disclosure but is not subject to the same liability provisions under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as if it were 'filed'. It also won't be automatically incorporated into other SEC filings like registration statements.