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ROCKWELL AUTOMATION, INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 28, 2020)

Filed July 28, 2020For Securities:ROK

Summary

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) filed an 8-K on July 28, 2020, primarily to announce its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2020, via a press release furnished as Exhibit 99. While the specific financial figures are not detailed within the 8-K text itself, this filing serves as the official notification of their quarterly performance. Investors should refer to the furnished press release for quantitative details on revenue, earnings, and other key financial metrics from the period. Furthermore, the company announced a significant organizational change, effective fiscal year 2021. Rockwell Automation will restructure its business into three distinct operating segments: Intelligent Devices, Software & Control, and Lifecycle Services. This strategic realignment aims to better align with market dynamics and provide clearer reporting on performance across its core operational areas, which could impact how investors analyze segment contributions going forward.

Key Highlights

  • 1Furnished press release announcing Q2 2020 financial results (Exhibit 99).
  • 2Announced a restructuring of its business segments effective FY2021.
  • 3New reporting segments will be: Intelligent Devices, Software & Control, and Lifecycle Services.
  • 4The changes are intended to align with market dynamics and improve performance reporting.
  • 5Investors should consult the press release for specific financial performance data for the quarter ended June 30, 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 8-K filing itself does not contain the specific financial figures. Investors need to refer to the press release furnished as Exhibit 99, dated July 28, 2020, for detailed financial results, including revenue, earnings, and segment performance.

Rockwell Automation announced that beginning in fiscal year 2021, the company will modify its business structure and report revenue and segment operating earnings based on three operating segments: Intelligent Devices, Software & Control, and Lifecycle Services.

The new business segment structure will be effective starting in fiscal year 2021.

The company stated that the modification is intended to better align with market dynamics and provide clearer reporting on performance across its core operational areas.