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Motorola Solutions, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 29, 2009)

Filed October 29, 2009For Securities:MSI

Summary

Motorola, Inc. filed an 8-K report on October 29, 2009, to announce its financial results for the third quarter ended October 3, 2009. The core of this filing is the press release detailing these results, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1. While the 8-K itself is a procedural filing, the underlying press release contains the critical operational and financial performance data that investors would be interested in assessing the company's health and outlook during a period of economic challenge. Investors should focus on the financial performance metrics within the press release, such as revenue, earnings per share, and any forward-looking guidance provided by management. This information would allow for an evaluation of Motorola's business segments and its ability to navigate the prevailing economic conditions. The filing does not introduce new material events beyond the earnings announcement.

Key Highlights

  • 1Motorola, Inc. reported its financial results for the third quarter ended October 3, 2009, via an 8-K filing.
  • 2The filing includes a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the detailed quarterly financial performance.
  • 3This 8-K serves as a notification and filing of the earnings release, not for new material events beyond the financial results.
  • 4Investors should refer to the attached press release for specific financial figures, including revenue and profitability metrics.
  • 5The report is dated October 29, 2009, reflecting results from the quarter ending shortly before the filing date.
  • 6Edward J. Fitzpatrick, Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller and Acting Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and submit Motorola, Inc.'s financial results for the third quarter ended October 3, 2009, as detailed in the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1).

The detailed financial results for the quarter ended October 3, 2009, are contained within the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

This 8-K filing is specifically for the announcement of financial results. It does not appear to disclose any significant new business developments or strategic changes beyond what is typically included in a quarterly earnings release.

The disclaimer states that the information furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Exhibit 99.1 is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means that while the information is publicly available, it does not carry the same legal liability as formally 'filed' information concerning misstatements or omissions, unless specifically incorporated into a registration statement.