What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and furnish Palo Alto Networks' financial results for its fiscal third quarter ended April 30, 2021, through an accompanying press release.

Where can I find the actual financial results?

The specific financial results, including revenue, earnings, and potentially forward-looking guidance, are detailed in the press release dated May 20, 2021, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

Does this filing mean the company's stock is now legally responsible for the information in the press release?

No, the filing states that the information contained in Item 2.02 and Exhibit 99.1 is 'furnished' and shall not be deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act. This means the company generally won't be held liable under that specific section for any inaccuracies or omissions in the furnished information, although other provisions of securities laws may still apply.

What fiscal quarter does this report cover?

This report covers the fiscal third quarter of Palo Alto Networks, which ended on April 30, 2021.

PANW 8-K: Earnings & Results

Summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) filed an 8-K on May 19, 2021, to report its financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended April 30, 2021. The press release detailing these results, furnished as Exhibit 99.1, is the primary focus of this filing. Investors should note that the information within this 8-K is furnished and not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it does not automatically carry the same legal implications as formally filed information regarding liability for misstatements or omissions.

Key Highlights

1The 8-K filing serves to announce the company's financial results for its fiscal third quarter ended April 30, 2021.
2The detailed financial results are provided in a press release, attached as Exhibit 99.1.
3The filing indicates that the information furnished is not considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
4This disclosure is a standard procedural filing to inform the market of quarterly financial performance.
5Investors can find specific financial metrics, such as revenue, earnings per share, and guidance, within the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1).

Palo Alto Networks Inc 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 20, 2021)

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