8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

NASDAQ, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 28, 2005)

Filed July 28, 2005For Securities:NDAQ

Summary

This 8-K filing from The Nasdaq Stock Market, Inc. (Nasdaq), dated July 28, 2005, primarily serves to furnish a press release detailing its financial results for the second quarter of 2005. Investors should note that this information, while important for understanding Nasdaq's performance, is being "furnished" and not "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it does not carry the same legal implications as a formally filed document regarding liability for misstatements or omissions. The primary takeaway for investors is the availability of Q2 2005 financial performance data via an attached press release. The report itself is brief and procedural, directing readers to Exhibit 99.1 for the substantive financial details. The Chief Financial Officer, David P. Warren, signed off on the report. Investors interested in the specifics of Nasdaq's financial condition and results for the second quarter of 2005 should refer to the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this filing.

Key Highlights

  • 1Nasdaq filed an 8-K report on July 28, 2005, to announce its second quarter 2005 financial results.
  • 2The financial results are presented in a press release dated July 28, 2005, furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3The information provided is furnished under Item 2.02 and is not considered "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 4The report indicates the information shall not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, unless expressly stated.
  • 5David P. Warren, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.
  • 6The filing location is stated as One Liberty Plaza, New York, New York.

Frequently Asked Questions

Nasdaq's financial results for the second quarter of 2005 are detailed in a press release dated July 28, 2005, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

The financial information is furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K and is specifically stated as not being "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means that while it's important for understanding performance, it does not carry the same liability for misstatements or omissions as a formally filed document.

The primary significance for investors is that this filing provides official notification and access to Nasdaq's Q2 2005 financial performance results through the attached press release. It serves as a direct communication channel for key financial updates.

The report was signed by David P. Warren, who holds the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of The Nasdaq Stock Market, Inc., indicating his authorization of the released financial information.