8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

ALTRIA GROUP, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 20, 2006)

Filed April 20, 2006For Securities:MO

Summary

Altria Group, Inc. (MO) filed a Form 8-K on April 20, 2006, primarily to report its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006. The filing includes an earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1) that details the company's performance during the period. Investors should note that the information provided in this 8-K, including the attached press release, is furnished and not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it's for informational purposes and doesn't carry the same legal implications as a formally filed document under that specific section. While the 8-K itself doesn't provide specific financial figures, it directs investors to the earnings press release for the detailed quarterly results. This filing is a standard procedure for publicly traded companies to announce significant financial updates. Investors would need to refer to the referenced Exhibit 99.1 to understand Altria's operational and financial condition for the period, including key metrics such as revenue, earnings per share, and segment performance.

Key Highlights

  • 1Altria Group, Inc. (MO) filed an 8-K on April 20, 2006, reporting Q1 2006 financial results.
  • 2The key information is contained within the furnished earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 3The filing is made under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
  • 4Information furnished under Item 2.02 is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 5This means the disclosed results are for informational purposes and not subject to Section 18 liabilities.
  • 6Investors must consult Exhibit 99.1 for detailed financial performance data and commentary.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce and provide access to Altria Group, Inc.'s financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006, through an accompanying earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1).

The actual financial results are detailed in the earnings press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K. Investors will need to review that document for specific figures and commentary on performance.

When information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02, it is generally considered for informational purposes and is not subject to the liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This differs from information that is 'filed,' which has more stringent reporting and liability implications.

This 8-K filing itself does not provide a forward-looking outlook. Any outlook or guidance would be included in the referenced earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1), which should be consulted for such information.