8-KEarnings & ResultsRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

MOODYS CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 7, 2007)

Filed February 7, 2007For Securities:MCO

Summary

Moody's Corporation (MCO) filed an 8-K on February 7, 2007, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2006. The filing primarily serves to furnish the earnings press release, which contains the detailed financial performance data for the period. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific figures on revenue, net income, and earnings per share. This report does not contain new operational developments or significant changes in financial condition beyond the disclosed earnings. The information is furnished and not deemed "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it does not automatically trigger liability for misstatements under that section, nor will it be incorporated by reference into future SEC filings unless explicitly stated.

Key Highlights

  • 1Moody's Corporation announced its Q4 and full-year 2006 financial results on February 7, 2007.
  • 2The primary purpose of the 8-K filing is to furnish the press release containing these financial results.
  • 3The press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to the filing.
  • 4Investors must consult Exhibit 99.1 for detailed financial performance data for the period.
  • 5The filing incorporates information under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure).
  • 6The information furnished in this report is not considered "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 7The furnished information will not be automatically incorporated by reference into future SEC filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce and provide Moody's Corporation's financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2006, by including the earnings press release as an exhibit.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release dated February 7, 2007, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

This specific 8-K filing is primarily focused on reporting past financial results. While the press release (Exhibit 99.1) may contain forward-looking statements or commentary from management, the 8-K itself does not introduce new business developments or official forward-looking guidance beyond what is presented in the press release.

No, the information contained in this Current Report, including the press release exhibit, is being furnished and is not deemed 'filed' for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not automatically subject the company to liabilities for misstatements under that section and will not be automatically incorporated into future filings unless specifically referenced.