8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

MICROSOFT CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 21, 2005)

Filed July 21, 2005For Securities:MSFT

Summary

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) filed a Form 8-K on July 21, 2005, primarily to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter and year ended June 30, 2005. This filing includes a press release, furnished as an exhibit, which details the company's performance during this period. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial figures, it serves as the official notification to the market that these results have been publicly disclosed. Investors should refer to the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific revenue, profit, and other key financial metrics. The significance of this filing lies in its role as a formal announcement of Microsoft's recent financial health and operational outcomes. It signals to shareholders and the broader investment community the company's progress against its financial targets and provides a basis for evaluating its current valuation and future prospects. As is customary for such filings, the information is furnished rather than filed, meaning it is not subject to the same liability as other SEC filings but still serves a crucial informational purpose.

Key Highlights

  • 1Microsoft Corporation filed an 8-K on July 21, 2005, to report financial results.
  • 2The filing covers the fiscal quarter and year ended June 30, 2005.
  • 3A press release detailing the financial results is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4The press release is the primary source for specific financial performance data.
  • 5The filing serves as an official notification of the company's earnings announcement.
  • 6Christopher P. Liddell, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and provide access to Microsoft's financial results for the fiscal quarter and year ended June 30, 2005. It directs investors to the accompanying press release for the detailed financial information.

The actual financial numbers are contained within the press release dated July 21, 2005, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should review that document for specifics on revenue, earnings, and other financial metrics.

No, according to General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information in this report, including the press release, is furnished, not 'filed'. This means it is not subject to the liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, although it still serves as an important disclosure.

Christopher P. Liddell was Microsoft's Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at the time. His signature indicates that he is duly authorized to certify the accuracy of the information being reported on behalf of Microsoft Corporation.