8-KRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

Philip Morris International Inc. 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Jun 17, 2022)

Filed June 17, 2022For Securities:PM

Summary

Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) filed an 8-K on June 17, 2022, primarily to disclose its regular quarterly dividend. The Board of Directors declared a dividend of $1.25 per common share, payable to shareholders of record on specific dates. This action reflects the company's continued commitment to returning capital to its shareholders. While this filing is routine, investors should note that the information provided is furnished under Regulation FD and is not considered "filed" for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act. This means it does not carry the same liability implications as a formally filed document. Investors should also be aware that this information will not be automatically incorporated into other SEC filings unless specifically referenced.

Key Highlights

  • 1Philip Morris International Inc. announced a regular quarterly dividend of $1.25 per common share.
  • 2The dividend declaration was made by the company's Board of Directors.
  • 3The filing is primarily a Regulation FD disclosure related to the dividend announcement.
  • 4The press release announcing the dividend is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 5Information furnished under Item 7.01 is not deemed "filed" for Section 18 liability purposes.
  • 6The disclosure is not automatically incorporated into other SEC filings.
  • 7The event date for this announcement was June 16, 2022.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce the declaration of Philip Morris International's regular quarterly dividend, as required by Regulation FD, ensuring all investors receive the information simultaneously.

The declared quarterly dividend is $1.25 per common share. While the filing doesn't specify the payment and record dates in the main text, these details would typically be found in the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) and are crucial for determining eligibility.

No, this specific 8-K filing does not contain new financial statements, performance updates, or strategic business decisions. It is solely focused on the routine declaration of the quarterly dividend.

When information is furnished under Regulation FD (Item 7.01) and stated as not "filed" for Section 18 purposes, it means the company is providing the information to the public but is not assuming the same level of legal liability for its accuracy under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as it would for a formally filed document.