01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed May 16, 2019. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) filed an 8-K on May 15, 2019, to announce its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2020, which ended April 28, 2019.
The filing includes a press release and commentary from the CFO detailing the quarterly performance. Investors should note that this information is furnished and not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act, meaning it doesn't carry the same liability as formally filed documents. While specific financial figures are not detailed within the 8-K text itself, the announcement signifies NVIDIA's routine disclosure of its quarterly performance.
Investors would need to refer to the attached exhibits (Press Release and CFO Commentary) for precise revenue, profit, and segment-specific data. The purpose of this filing is to provide timely updates on the company's financial health and operational results to the investing public.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- NVIDIA announced its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2020 (ended April 28, 2019) via an 8-K filing on May 15, 2019.
- The filing incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing the quarterly results.
- Included in the filing is CFO commentary (Exhibit 99.2) offering further insights into the financial performance and outlook.
- The press release and CFO commentary will be available on NVIDIA's investor relations website.
- This 8-K filing serves as a formal notification of the company's quarterly financial update.
- The information furnished in this report is not considered 'filed' for certain legal liabilities under SEC regulations.
- Investors are directed to the attached exhibits for specific financial figures and analysis.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?
The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce NVIDIA's financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2020, which concluded on April 28, 2019. It directs investors to the accompanying press release and CFO commentary for detailed financial information.
Where can I find the actual financial numbers for the quarter?
The specific financial figures, such as revenue and earnings per share, are not included in the text of the 8-K itself. You will need to refer to Exhibit 99.1 (the Press Release) and Exhibit 99.2 (the CFO Commentary) attached to this filing, which are incorporated by reference.
What is the significance of the information being 'furnished' and not 'filed'?
The information is 'furnished' rather than 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means that while the information is made public, NVIDIA does not assume the same level of legal liability for its accuracy and completeness as it would for formally 'filed' documents. It's a distinction that investors should be aware of when evaluating the disclosure.
When was this quarter's performance announced?
NVIDIA announced its financial results for the quarter ended April 28, 2019, on May 16, 2019. The 8-K filing itself was submitted on May 15, 2019.
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