Summary
O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (ORLY) filed this 8-K report on February 19, 2010, primarily to disclose its fourth quarter and full-year 2009 earnings results, as announced in a press release dated February 17, 2010. This filing serves as a notification to investors about the company's recent financial performance. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial figures, it incorporates the press release by reference, which is the key document for understanding the company's operational and financial condition at the end of 2009. Investors should refer to the attached press release for specific revenue, profit, and other key financial metrics. The report's main purpose is to fulfill disclosure requirements regarding significant events, in this case, the release of quarterly and annual earnings. The Chief Financial Officer, Thomas McFall, signed off on the filing, indicating the formal communication of these results. The information provided is crucial for investors to assess the company's trajectory, compare its performance against expectations and prior periods, and make informed investment decisions.
Key Highlights
- 1The 8-K filing announces O'Reilly Automotive's fourth quarter and full-year 2009 earnings results.
- 2The primary document containing the detailed financial information is a press release dated February 17, 2010, incorporated by reference.
- 3The filing is made on February 19, 2010, in accordance with SEC regulations for reporting significant events.
- 4The report confirms the company's principal executive offices are located in Springfield, Missouri.
- 5The filing was signed by Thomas McFall, Executive Vice-President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer.
- 6This report does not constitute a filing for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it incorporated by reference into other SEC filings.
- 7Investors are directed to Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) for specific financial details and performance commentary.