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SCHWAB CHARLES CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 18, 2012)

Filed January 18, 2012For Securities:SCHWSCHW-PDSCHW-PJ

Summary

The Charles Schwab Corporation filed an 8-K report on January 18, 2012, to announce its fourth quarter and full-year financial results for 2011. The filing primarily references a press release that accompanied the results, highlighting strong client-driven growth. Notably, the company reported a 10% increase in 2011 revenues and significant net new asset inflows in December, exceeding $10 billion. This suggests a positive operational performance and continued client trust amidst the prevailing economic environment.

Key Highlights

  • 1Announcement of Q4 and Full Year 2011 financial results.
  • 2Press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 details the financial performance.
  • 3Company reported a 10% rise in 2011 revenues.
  • 4December net new assets exceeded $10 billion, indicating strong client inflows.
  • 5Financial results attributed to a "Client Focus" driving successful growth.
  • 6Chief Financial Officer, Joseph R. Martinetto, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and report on The Charles Schwab Corporation's financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2011, as detailed in an accompanying press release.

Key takeaways include a 10% increase in 2011 revenues and net new asset inflows in December that surpassed $10 billion, suggesting robust client activity and growth.

The detailed financial results are presented in the press release dated January 18, 2012, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

According to the press release referenced in the filing, the company's growth was driven by a strong "Client Focus".