Summary
Microsoft Corporation filed an 8-K report on January 27, 2011, to announce its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2010. This filing primarily serves to furnish the accompanying press release, which contains the detailed financial performance for the period. Investors should refer to this press release for specific figures related to revenue, net income, earnings per share, and segment performance. The report itself is a procedural filing to make these results publicly accessible and compliant with SEC regulations. While the 8-K itself does not contain the full financial statements or management commentary, it directs investors to the furnished press release for a comprehensive overview of the company's operational and financial condition during the reported quarter. This proactive disclosure is a standard practice for publicly traded companies to keep stakeholders informed of their latest financial achievements and any significant business developments that may have impacted their performance.
Key Highlights
- 1Microsoft filed an 8-K on January 27, 2011, to report on its fiscal second-quarter 2011 financial results.
- 2The primary purpose of the filing is to furnish a press release announcing the financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2010.
- 3Investors are directed to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial performance data.
- 4The 8-K filing itself is procedural and does not contain the in-depth financial statements or management discussion.
- 5This filing ensures compliance with SEC reporting requirements for material company events.
- 6The information furnished is not considered 'filed' for liability purposes under Section 18 of the Exchange Act unless expressly incorporated by reference into other filings.