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Palo Alto Networks Inc 8-K Report, Financial Results (Sep 10, 2012)

Filed September 10, 2012For Securities:PANW

Summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) filed an 8-K on September 10, 2012, to report its financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended July 31, 2012. The report primarily serves to announce these results, which were detailed in an accompanying press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1. While the 8-K itself does not contain the specific financial figures, it directs investors to the press release for details on the company's performance. This filing is typical for companies announcing quarterly and annual earnings, providing timely updates to the market. Investors should refer to the referenced press release for quantitative insights into revenue, profitability, and other key financial metrics for the periods reported.

Key Highlights

  • 1Palo Alto Networks (PANW) filed an 8-K on September 10, 2012.
  • 2The filing announces financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended July 31, 2012.
  • 3The press release containing the financial results is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4The information is furnished, not deemed "filed" for Section 18 purposes.
  • 5The report indicates the company's principal executive offices are located in Santa Clara, California.
  • 6Mark D. McLaughlin, President and CEO, signed the report.
  • 7This filing is a standard disclosure for earnings announcements.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce Palo Alto Networks' financial results for its fiscal fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended July 31, 2012, as detailed in an accompanying press release.

The specific financial details are contained within the press release dated September 10, 2012, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to that document for quantitative performance information.

No, the information contained in this Item 2.02 and its accompanying Exhibit 99.1 is furnished, meaning it is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, unless expressly incorporated by reference into a future filing.

The report was signed by Mark D. McLaughlin, President and Chief Executive Officer of Palo Alto Networks, Inc.