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Mondelez International, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 27, 2016)

Filed April 27, 2016For Securities:MDLZ

Summary

Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) filed an 8-K on April 27, 2016, primarily to announce its first-quarter 2016 earnings results and a key executive departure. The earnings release, furnished as Exhibit 99.1, provides investors with the company's financial performance for the period ended March 31, 2016. While the specific details of the earnings are contained within the referenced press release, this filing signals the release of that crucial financial data to the market. In addition to the financial update, the report also disclosed the departure of Mark Clouse, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, effective May 13, 2016. This executive change is a significant event for investors to note, as it may indicate shifts in the company's commercial strategy or leadership focus. Investors should review the accompanying earnings press release for a comprehensive understanding of Q1 2016 performance.

Key Highlights

  • 1Mondelez International announced its first-quarter 2016 financial results via a press release filed as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 2The earnings report covers the period ending March 31, 2016.
  • 3Mark Clouse, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, is departing the company.
  • 4Mr. Clouse's departure is effective May 13, 2016.
  • 5The filing is an 8-K Current Report, indicating significant events impacting the company.
  • 6The information furnished in the press release is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing primarily serves to announce the release of Mondelez's first-quarter 2016 earnings. The specific financial performance details (revenue, profit, margins, etc.) are contained within the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that was furnished alongside this report. Investors need to review that separate document for the quantitative financial information.

Mark Clouse was the Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Mondelez International. His departure, announced in this filing, is noteworthy for investors as it involves a senior executive role that is typically involved in driving sales and market strategy. Investors may want to understand the reasons for his departure and its potential impact on the company's commercial operations.

This 8-K filing was made on April 27, 2016. It reports on events occurring around April 25-27, 2016, and specifically includes financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2016.

No, the press release containing the earnings results (Exhibit 99.1) is furnished, not filed. This means it is not subject to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, although it may be incorporated by reference into other SEC filings if specifically noted.