8-KEarnings & ResultsRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

MOODYS CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 12, 2020)

Filed February 12, 2020For Securities:MCO

Summary

Moody's Corporation (MCO) filed an 8-K on February 12, 2020, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2019. The filing primarily serves to publicly disclose these results, which were communicated via a press release included as an exhibit. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the detailed financial performance and outlook for 2020. This report's purpose is to ensure broad public dissemination of material information under Regulation FD, rather than to introduce new or significant operational changes. While the filing itself is brief, it points to the comprehensive press release for crucial financial data, guidance, and strategic commentary from the company, which are essential for understanding MCO's performance and future expectations.

Key Highlights

  • 1Moody's Corporation (MCO) released its Q4 and full-year 2019 financial results on February 12, 2020.
  • 2The 8-K filing incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the detailed financial results.
  • 3The filing includes the company's financial outlook for 2020.
  • 4The report is furnished under Regulation FD to ensure public access to the information.
  • 5Information provided is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it doesn't automatically carry the same liability.
  • 6The content is not incorporated by reference into future SEC filings unless explicitly stated.

Frequently Asked Questions

The detailed financial results, along with the company's outlook for 2020, are provided in the press release dated February 12, 2020, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

This 8-K filing's primary purpose is to publicly disseminate Moody's financial results and 2020 outlook, fulfilling Regulation FD requirements. Investors should review the attached press release for the actual financial performance figures and forward-looking statements.

This 8-K filing primarily serves to announce financial results. For information on operational updates or strategic changes, investors should consult the content of the press release (Exhibit 99.1) and other company communications.

When information is 'furnished' under an 8-K, it means it's being provided to the SEC for public disclosure but does not carry the same legal liability under Section 18 of the Exchange Act as if it were formally 'filed'. This also means it generally won't be automatically incorporated into future SEC filings unless specifically referenced.