Summary
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) filed an 8-K on March 14, 2019, primarily to announce its financial results for the third quarter of its fiscal year, ending February 28, 2019. This filing serves as an investor alert, directing attention to the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains the detailed financial performance and operational outcomes for the quarter. Investors should review this press release for specific figures related to revenue, profitability, and any forward-looking statements or management commentary on the company's performance and outlook. In addition to the financial results, the report also discloses a routine corporate action: the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend. The Board of Directors approved a dividend of $0.24 per share, payable to shareholders of record by April 11, 2019. This dividend payment is a regular component of Oracle's capital return strategy to its shareholders and indicates continued financial stability and confidence from management.
Key Highlights
- 1Oracle announced its fiscal third quarter 2019 financial results via a press release filed on March 14, 2019.
- 2The press release contains detailed financial performance information for the quarter ended February 28, 2019.
- 3The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share.
- 4The dividend is payable on April 25, 2019.
- 5Shareholders of record as of April 11, 2019, will be eligible to receive the dividend.
- 6The 8-K filing itself primarily directs investors to the press release for financial details.