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MONOLITHIC POWER SYSTEMS INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 3, 2005)

Filed February 3, 2005For Securities:MPWR

Summary

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPWR) filed an 8-K report on February 3, 2005, to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended December 31, 2004. The filing itself is brief, primarily serving to attach a press release containing these financial details and to notify of an upcoming webcast conference call. Investors should refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the specific financial performance data and management's commentary on the period. The report is furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 9.01 (Financial Statements and Exhibits), indicating that the press release contains the primary substantive information. The information is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal implications as a formally filed financial statement, but it is crucial for understanding the company's recent performance.

Key Highlights

  • 1MPWR filed an 8-K on February 3, 2005, reporting its Q4 and full-year 2004 financial results.
  • 2The core information is contained within an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 3A webcast conference call was scheduled to discuss these financial results.
  • 4The filing is furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
  • 5Information provided is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 purposes but serves as a public announcement.
  • 6The report confirms the company's principal executive offices are located in Los Gatos, California.
  • 7Tim Christoffersen, CFO and Secretary, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing by Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. is to announce their financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year ended December 31, 2004, and to provide the press release containing these details.

The detailed financial results are located in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. The 8-K itself primarily serves as a notification and an attachment mechanism for this press release.

According to the filing, the information furnished in this report and the attached press release are not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor are they automatically incorporated by reference into other SEC filings, unless expressly stated.

The mention of a webcast conference call indicates that management was prepared to discuss the reported financial results, providing an opportunity for investors and analysts to gain further insights, ask questions, and understand the company's performance and outlook.