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

This 8-K filing's primary purpose is to announce Microchip Technology's financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2005, which ended on December 31, 2004, and to disclose the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend.

Where can I find the detailed financial results for the quarter?

The detailed financial results for the quarter are provided in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

What is the amount of the cash dividend and when will it be paid?

Microchip Technology announced a cash dividend of $0.07 per share. This dividend is payable on March 4, 2005, to stockholders of record as of February 11, 2005.

Is the information in this 8-K considered 'filed' for legal liability purposes?

The information furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) is not considered 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and therefore, the company is not subject to the liabilities associated with that Section for this specific information. The dividend announcement under Item 8.01 is typically considered filed.

MCHP/MCHPP 8-K: Earnings & Results

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Microchip Technology Incorporated (MCHP) filed an 8-K on January 25, 2005, to announce its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2005, ending December 31, 2004. The report also disclosed the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend. Investors should note that the financial results themselves are detailed in an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), which is incorporated by reference.

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1Announcement of third quarter fiscal year 2005 financial results on January 25, 2005.
2Financial results are provided in an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
3Declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share.
4The dividend is payable on March 4, 2005.
5Record date for the dividend is February 11, 2005.
6The 8-K filing includes information about operations and financial condition (Item 2.02).
7The 8-K filing also covers other events, specifically the dividend announcement (Item 8.01).

MICROCHIP TECHNOLOGY INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 25, 2005)

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