Summary
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) filed an 8-K on January 30, 2019, primarily to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2018. The press release announcing these results was furnished as Exhibit 99.1. Investors should note that this information is furnished and not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal liabilities as a formally filed document. The key takeaway for investors is the availability of Microsoft's latest quarterly performance figures, which would typically include revenue, earnings per share, and segment-specific performance. While the 8-K itself doesn't contain the detailed financial data, it directs investors to the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) for these crucial metrics. Investors would need to consult that press release for specifics on how the company performed in the quarter ending December 31, 2018, which is essential for evaluating the company's operational health and investment potential.
Key Highlights
- 1Microsoft Corporation filed an 8-K on January 30, 2019, for the quarter ended December 31, 2018.
- 2The filing primarily serves to furnish a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing the company's financial results for the quarter.
- 3This 8-K serves as an announcement mechanism for the quarterly earnings, with detailed results provided in the attached press release.
- 4Information furnished in this 8-K is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, limiting liability.
- 5Investors should refer to Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) for specific financial performance metrics, such as revenue and EPS.
- 6The filing indicates that Microsoft Corporation's Corporate Vice President, Finance and Administration, and Chief Accounting Officer, Frank H. Brod, signed the report.