8-KEarnings & Results

SCHWAB CHARLES CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 18, 2005)

Filed January 18, 2005For Securities:SCHWSCHW-PDSCHW-PJ

Summary

The Charles Schwab Corporation filed an 8-K on January 18, 2005, to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2004. This filing primarily serves to furnish a press release detailing these results as an exhibit, providing investors with key performance indicators and a look into the company's financial standing for the reported periods. The press release, dated January 18, 2005, likely contains information on revenue, net income, earnings per share, and potentially key operational metrics relevant to Schwab's business. Investors should refer to the furnished press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the specific financial figures and commentary from the company regarding its performance and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1The filing announces the release of fourth quarter and full year financial results for the period ending December 31, 2004.
  • 2A press release dated January 18, 2005, detailing these financial results is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3The press release covers both quarterly and annual performance for The Charles Schwab Corporation.
  • 4This 8-K filing is procedural, acting as a vehicle to make the earnings announcement public and available to investors.
  • 5Investors are directed to the furnished press release for detailed financial information and management commentary.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to The Charles Schwab Corporation's financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2004, by furnishing the related press release.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release dated January 18, 2005, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to that exhibit for specific figures and commentary.

The financial results reported cover the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year ended December 31, 2004.

The 8-K report was signed by Christopher V. Dodds, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, on behalf of The Charles Schwab Corporation.