Summary
McKesson Corporation (MCK) filed an 8-K on July 28, 2009, to announce its preliminary financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2009. This filing primarily serves to incorporate by reference the press release detailing these results, which provides investors with an update on the company's operational performance during the period. The press release itself, attached as Exhibit 99.1, is the crucial document for investors seeking to understand McKesson's financial condition and results of operations for the initial quarter of its fiscal year. The 8-K filing itself acts as a notification mechanism for the public disclosure of this important information, as required by SEC regulations.
Key Highlights
- 1McKesson Corporation (MCK) announced preliminary results for its first quarter ended June 30, 2009.
- 2The announcement was made via a press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.
- 3The 8-K filing is dated July 28, 2009, and the event date is also July 27, 2009, indicating a prompt disclosure.
- 4The filing is made under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
- 5The information furnished in the 8-K is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, unless expressly incorporated by reference in other filings.
- 6Jeffrey C. Campbell, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.
Frequently Asked Questions
The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce and provide access to McKesson Corporation's preliminary financial results for its first quarter ended June 30, 2009, through an attached press release.
The detailed preliminary financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2009, are provided in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.
No, this 8-K filing announces preliminary results for the first quarter and includes a press release. It does not contain audited financial statements. Investors should refer to the company's subsequent filings, such as the 10-Q, for more comprehensive and audited financial information.
The disclaimer means that while the information is publicly disclosed, it is furnished to the SEC and not officially 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act. This distinction is important for liability purposes, as statements in furnished documents are generally subject to less stringent legal scrutiny than those in filed documents, unless they are specifically incorporated into a filed document.