8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

MICROSOFT CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 28, 2010)

Filed October 28, 2010For Securities:MSFT

Summary

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) filed an 8-K on October 28, 2010, to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2010. The primary purpose of this filing is to provide investors with the official announcement of the company's performance for the period, which was detailed in an accompanying press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1. Investors should refer to this press release for specific figures regarding revenue, profit, and other key financial metrics. While this 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial tables, it serves as the formal notification mechanism for the release of that information. The filing confirms that Microsoft has met its disclosure obligations for the quarter's results. Investors seeking a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft's operational and financial standing for the September 2010 quarter must consult the referenced press release to analyze the reported earnings and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Microsoft filed an 8-K on October 28, 2010, reporting financial results for the fiscal quarter ending September 30, 2010.
  • 2The key financial details for the quarter are provided in a press release, furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.
  • 3This filing serves as official notification of Microsoft's quarterly financial performance to the market.
  • 4The information is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 liability, as per standard 8-K instructions for furnished exhibits.
  • 5Investors need to review Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) for actual earnings figures and operational highlights.
  • 6The filing confirms compliance with SEC reporting requirements for quarterly results.
  • 7The Chief Accounting Officer, Frank H. Brod, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and report Microsoft Corporation's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2010, to investors and the public.

The detailed financial numbers and performance commentary for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2010, are contained within the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. You will need to refer to that document for specific figures.

No, in accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information in this report, including the press release, is furnished and shall not be deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor subject to the liability of that section, unless specifically incorporated into another filing.

The financial information reported covers the fiscal quarter that ended on September 30, 2010.