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MONOLITHIC POWER SYSTEMS INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 23, 2008)

Filed October 23, 2008For Securities:MPWR

Summary

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPWR) filed a Form 8-K on October 23, 2008, to report on its financial results for the third quarter and the first nine months of 2008. The filing primarily references a press release issued on the same date, which details these financial outcomes. Investors should note that this information is furnished and not deemed 'filed' for certain regulatory purposes, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal implications as a formally filed document under Section 18 of the Exchange Act. The core of this report is the disclosure of MPWR's financial performance up to September 30, 2008. While the 8-K itself doesn't contain the detailed financial figures, it directs investors to the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the specific revenue, profit, and other financial metrics. This filing serves as the official notification of the company's recent financial condition and operational results.

Key Highlights

  • 1MPWR filed an 8-K on October 23, 2008, reporting on financial results.
  • 2The report covers the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008.
  • 3Key financial results are detailed in an accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 4The information furnished in this 8-K is not considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 5This filing serves as the official notification of the company's Q3 2008 financial performance.
  • 6The Chief Financial Officer signed the report, indicating official company representation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.'s financial results for the third quarter and the first nine months of the fiscal year 2008, which ended on September 30, 2008.

The detailed financial results are primarily contained in the press release issued by Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. on October 23, 2008, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

When information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02 of an 8-K, it means the company is providing it to the SEC but it does not carry the same liability or regulatory scrutiny as information that is formally 'filed.' Specifically, it is not subject to liability under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, although it may be subject to other provisions of securities laws.

The financial results reported cover the three-month period and the nine-month period, both ending on September 30, 2008.