Summary
McKesson Corporation (MCK) filed an 8-K on May 18, 2017, to report preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2017. This filing primarily serves to attach the press release containing these results, rather than presenting detailed financial statements within the 8-K itself. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the specific financial figures and operational performance details. The information furnished in this report is not deemed "filed" for the purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal implications as a formally filed document. However, it's a crucial update for investors tracking the company's performance leading up to the end of its fiscal year.
Key Highlights
- 1McKesson Corporation filed an 8-K on May 18, 2017, announcing preliminary financial results for Q4 and FY2017.
- 2The report's primary purpose is to attach a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the financial results.
- 3The filing covers the fiscal year and fourth quarter ending March 31, 2017.
- 4The information is furnished and not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
- 5James A. Beer, EVP and CFO, signed the filing.
- 6No decision was made regarding the adoption of new or revised financial accounting standards for emerging growth companies.