Summary
Microsoft Corporation filed an 8-K on January 19, 2012, to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2011. The primary purpose of this filing is to disseminate the earnings press release, which contains key financial and operational data for investors. While the 8-K itself is brief and primarily references the attached press release, the attached exhibit provides the detailed financial performance and outlook that investors scrutinize. Investors should review the furnished press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific figures such as revenue, net income, and earnings per share for the quarter. This information is crucial for understanding the company's performance trajectory, comparing it against analyst expectations and previous periods, and assessing its overall financial health. The filing also serves as official notification of the results, allowing the market to react to the disclosed financial information.
Key Highlights
- 1Microsoft announced its financial results for the fiscal quarter ending December 31, 2011.
- 2The 8-K filing is primarily a cover document for the press release containing the financial results.
- 3The detailed financial information is contained within the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
- 4The filing ensures public disclosure of the company's quarterly performance.
- 5Investors can find key metrics like revenue, net income, and EPS in the associated press release.
- 6The information is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, limiting liability for the content.
- 7The report was filed on January 19, 2012, indicating the close proximity of the event date to the filing.