8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

LOWES COMPANIES INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 18, 2015)

Filed November 18, 2015For Securities:LOW

Summary

This 8-K filing from Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) on November 18, 2015, announces their third-quarter financial results for the period ending October 30, 2015. The report primarily serves to furnish the official press release detailing these results, which is attached as an exhibit. Investors should refer to the press release for the specific financial performance metrics, including revenue, earnings per share, and comparable store sales, as the 8-K itself does not contain these details but directs readers to the furnished document. The information provided is furnished and not officially filed, meaning it is not subject to the same liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This is a common practice for companies when disseminating earnings announcements to ensure timely public disclosure. Investors seeking detailed insights into Lowe's performance for the third quarter of 2015 should consult the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1).

Key Highlights

  • 1Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) filed an 8-K on November 18, 2015.
  • 2The filing announces the company's financial results for the third quarter ended October 30, 2015.
  • 3The detailed financial results are provided in a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4The press release is incorporated by reference into the 8-K filing.
  • 5The information is furnished, not filed, and thus not subject to Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 liabilities.
  • 6Investors are directed to the press release for specific financial performance data.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and furnish Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s financial results for its third quarter ended October 30, 2015, by including the official press release as an exhibit.

The detailed financial results, including revenue, earnings per share, and other key performance indicators, are located in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to this exhibit for specific financial data.

When information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02 of an 8-K, it means the company is providing the information to the public but is not subject to the same legal liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as if it were officially 'filed'. This is a standard procedure for disseminating earnings announcements.

No, this specific 8-K filing (Item 2.02) does not contain the detailed financial figures itself. It directs investors to refer to the furnished press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains the comprehensive financial results for the third quarter.