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MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL INC /MD/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 15, 2012)

Filed February 15, 2012For Securities:MAR

Summary

Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) filed an 8-K on February 15, 2012, to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended December 30, 2011. This filing serves as the official reporting mechanism for these key financial performance metrics, providing investors with an update on the company's operational and financial condition as of that date. The primary purpose of the 8-K in this instance is to furnish the press release containing these results, which is included as Exhibit 99. Investors should pay close attention to the press release attached to this filing for details regarding revenue, profit, and other crucial financial indicators for the period. The Chief Financial Officer, Carl T. Berquist, signed off on this report, underscoring the importance of these financial disclosures. This 8-K is a standard regulatory filing that ensures timely dissemination of material financial information to the market.

Key Highlights

  • 1Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) reported financial results for the quarter and fiscal year ended December 30, 2011, via an 8-K filing.
  • 2The filing was made on February 15, 2012, with the earliest event reported being February 15, 2012.
  • 3The core of the filing is the press release announcing these financial results, provided as Exhibit 99.
  • 4This 8-K filing falls under Item 2.02, specifically "Results of Operations and Financial Condition."
  • 5The report was signed by Carl T. Berquist, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, indicating the official nature of the financial disclosure.
  • 6This 8-K serves to formally notify the SEC and the investing public of Marriott's financial performance for the specified periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide Marriott International's financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year ended December 30, 2011. It includes the press release containing these results as an exhibit for public access.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release issued by Marriott International on February 15, 2012, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to this press release for specific figures on revenue, profit, and other financial metrics.

Carl T. Berquist is the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Marriott International. His signature on the 8-K filing signifies that the company has officially approved and submitted this financial information to the Securities and Exchange Commission, attesting to its accuracy and completeness to the best of his knowledge.

Item 2.02 of Form 8-K pertains to 'Results of Operations and Financial Condition.' Filings under this item are used by companies to report material events that affect their financial performance, such as the release of quarterly or annual earnings.