8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

MICROSOFT CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 26, 2017)

Filed October 26, 2017For Securities:MSFT

Summary

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) filed an 8-K on October 26, 2017, to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2017. The filing primarily serves to furnish a press release detailing these results, which is provided as Exhibit 99.1. Investors should note that while this information is being disclosed, it is furnished rather than filed, meaning it is not subject to the same liability as formally filed documents under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, unless specifically incorporated by reference into other filings. This report is crucial for understanding Microsoft's recent performance and financial condition. Investors can find the detailed financial outcomes, including revenue, earnings, and segment performance, within the accompanying press release. The company's proactive disclosure through this 8-K allows stakeholders to assess the immediate impact of quarterly operations and make informed investment decisions based on the latest available financial data.

Key Highlights

  • 1Microsoft released its financial results for the fiscal quarter ending September 30, 2017, via an 8-K filing.
  • 2The core of the filing is a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the detailed financial results.
  • 3The information provided is furnished under Item 2.02 and is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, limiting liability.
  • 4This filing allows investors access to the latest quarterly performance data from Microsoft.
  • 5The report was filed on October 26, 2017, with the event date being October 25, 2017.
  • 6Key financial metrics and operational performance are detailed in the furnished press release.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce and furnish Microsoft's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2017, through an accompanying press release.

The specific financial results for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2017, are detailed in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

No, according to General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information furnished in this report, including the press release, is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it is not subject to the same liability provisions, unless expressly incorporated by reference into other filings.

In this context, 'furnished' means that Microsoft is providing the information to the SEC and the public, but it is not being treated as a formal filing that carries the full legal responsibilities and liabilities associated with 'filed' documents under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.