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

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to report Qualcomm's financial results for its third quarter of fiscal year 2015, which concluded on June 28, 2015. It serves as an official notification to investors by referencing an accompanying press release that contains the detailed financial information.

What are non-GAAP financial measures, and why does Qualcomm present them?

Non-GAAP financial measures are financial metrics that exclude or include amounts different from the nearest-based GAAP measures. Qualcomm presents these measures because its management believes they provide a more useful understanding of the company's ongoing operations and financial condition by highlighting core performance and excluding items that may not be indicative of the company's operational performance.

Where can I find the detailed financial results for QCOM's third quarter of fiscal 2015?

The detailed financial results are provided in the press release issued by QUALCOMM Incorporated on July 22, 2015, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

Should I rely solely on the non-GAAP financial measures provided?

No, investors should consider the non-GAAP financial measures in addition to, not as a substitute for, or superior to, the financial measures calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP. The press release should provide reconciliations to help understand the differences.

QCOM 8-K: Earnings & Results

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Qualcomm Incorporated (QCOM) filed an 8-K on July 22, 2015, to report its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2015, which ended on June 28, 2015. The report primarily references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) that details the company's performance for the quarter. Investors should note that the press release includes both GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and non-GAAP financial measures. Qualcomm's management provides these non-GAAP measures, along with reconciliations to GAAP figures, believing they offer valuable insights into the company's financial condition and operational results, supplementing the standard GAAP reporting.

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1Company announced third quarter fiscal 2015 financial results.
2Results were detailed in a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
3The press release includes non-GAAP financial measures for investor clarity.
4Reconciliations between non-GAAP and GAAP financial measures are provided.
5Management believes non-GAAP measures offer useful supplementary information.
6The filing date was July 21, 2015, with the event date also noted as July 21, 2015.

QUALCOMM INC/DE 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 22, 2015)

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