8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

MICROCHIP TECHNOLOGY INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 20, 2005)

Filed October 20, 2005For Securities:MCHPMCHPP

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by Microchip Technology Inc. (MCHP) on October 20, 2005, primarily reports on the company's financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2006, ending September 30, 2005. The company announced record sales and net income for the quarter, indicating strong operational performance. Furthermore, Microchip Technology declared a record quarterly cash dividend, signaling confidence in its financial health and a commitment to returning value to shareholders. Investors should note that this information is furnished and not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act.

Key Highlights

  • 1Microchip Technology announced record sales for the second quarter of fiscal year 2006.
  • 2The company reported record net income for the second quarter of fiscal year 2006.
  • 3A record quarterly cash dividend was declared, reflecting positive financial performance.
  • 4The report was filed on October 20, 2005, covering the quarter ended September 30, 2005.
  • 5The press release announcing these results is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 6The CFO, Gordon W. Parnell, signed the report.
  • 7The filing indicates that the information is furnished under Item 2.02 and not 'filed' for Section 18 purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Microchip Technology announced record sales and record net income for its second quarter of fiscal year 2006, which ended on September 30, 2005.

The declaration of a record quarterly cash dividend typically signifies strong financial performance and the company's confidence in its ongoing profitability and cash flow generation, suggesting a commitment to shareholder returns.

No, according to the filing, the information provided under Item 2.02 is being furnished and shall not be deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section.

Based on the filing referring to the 'second quarter fiscal year 2006', the company's fiscal year likely ends in March, making the reported quarter September 30, 2005, and the fiscal year 2006.