Summary
McKesson Corporation (MCK) filed an 8-K on October 25, 2011, to report its preliminary results for the second quarter ended September 30, 2011. This filing primarily served to attach the press release announcing these financial results, making them available to investors and the public. The 8-K itself does not contain detailed financial statements or operational commentary but rather points to the press release for the substantive information regarding the company's performance during the quarter. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific details on McKesson's financial condition and operational results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2012. This event signifies the company's regular reporting cadence, providing timely updates on its business performance. The filing also notes that the information furnished is not considered 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, a standard disclosure for such filings.
Key Highlights
- 1McKesson Corporation announced preliminary results for its second quarter ended September 30, 2011.
- 2The announcement was made via a press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.
- 3The filing date was October 25, 2011.
- 4The 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial results, directing readers to the attached press release.
- 5The information provided is furnished and not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
- 6The Chief Financial Officer, Jeffrey C. Campbell, signed the report.