Summary
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) filed an 8-K on April 26, 2018, to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2018. The primary purpose of this filing was to furnish a press release detailing these results, which provides investors with the latest operational and financial performance data. The information contained within the press release, while furnished as part of this 8-K, is not deemed "filed" under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it does not carry the same liability as formally filed documents but serves as a crucial communication channel for earnings updates. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific financial metrics, including revenue, earnings per share, and segment performance. This filing signifies the company's commitment to timely disclosure of its financial condition and operational outcomes to the market. While the 8-K itself is largely procedural, it directs stakeholders to the detailed financial disclosures contained in the accompanying press release for a comprehensive understanding of the company's performance during the reported quarter.
Key Highlights
- 1Microsoft filed an 8-K on April 26, 2018, announcing its fiscal Q3 2018 financial results (quarter ended March 31, 2018).
- 2The 8-K serves to furnish the official earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1) to the SEC.
- 3Investors should consult Exhibit 99.1 for detailed financial performance and operational results for the quarter.
- 4The filing indicates that the information furnished is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 liability purposes, a standard disclosure for such reports.
- 5The report is signed by Frank H. Brod, Corporate Vice President, Finance and Administration; Chief Accounting Officer, signifying official company representation.