8-KEarnings & Results

MICROSOFT CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 27, 2005)

Filed January 27, 2005For Securities:MSFT

Summary

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) filed a Form 8-K on January 27, 2005, to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2004. The primary purpose of this filing is to provide investors with an update on the company's performance during that period. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial figures, it references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) where these results were announced. Investors should refer to this accompanying press release for specific revenue, profit, and earnings per share data. The filing also clarifies that the information furnished, including the press release, is not considered "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it does not carry the same legal liability as formally filed documents. This is standard practice for furnishing earnings releases via 8-K.

Key Highlights

  • 1Microsoft Corporation filed an 8-K on January 27, 2005, reporting financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2004.
  • 2The detailed financial results are provided in an accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 3Investors are directed to the press release for specific performance metrics such as revenue and profit.
  • 4The filing serves as notification and furnishing of earnings information.
  • 5Information furnished in this 8-K is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, mitigating liability for this specific disclosure.
  • 6The Chief Financial Officer, John G. Connors, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The detailed financial results are available in the press release dated January 27, 2005, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing. You should consult that document for specific figures regarding revenue, earnings, and other financial metrics.

This means that while Microsoft is providing the information to the SEC and making it publicly available, it is not subject to the same level of legal liability under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as if it were a formally filed part of the report. This is a common practice for furnishing press releases and earnings reports that are primarily intended for informational purposes.

No, this particular 8-K filing (dated January 27, 2005) is solely for the purpose of reporting Microsoft's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2004. It does not indicate any other significant corporate events, acquisitions, or changes in business operations.