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

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially furnish S&P Global Inc.'s earnings release for the first quarter of 2009, ensuring that this financial information is made available to all investors in compliance with Regulation FD.

What were S&P Global's reported earnings per diluted share for Q1 2009?

S&P Global reported earnings per diluted share of $0.20 for the first quarter of 2009.

Does this 8-K filing provide detailed commentary or analysis of the financial results?

This 8-K filing primarily serves to present the earnings release itself. The detailed commentary, analysis, and discussion of the results of operations and financial condition are contained within the furnished earnings release document, which is included as an exhibit.

SPGI 8-K: Earnings & Results & Regulation FD

Summary

S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) filed an 8-K on April 28, 2009, to furnish its earnings release for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009. The primary purpose of this filing was to disclose the company's financial performance and results of operations for the period. Investors should note that this report is primarily informational, providing a snapshot of the company's performance as of that date.

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1S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) released its first quarter 2009 earnings.
2The earnings release was furnished on April 28, 2009, covering the period ending March 31, 2009.
3The company reported first quarter 2009 earnings per diluted share of $0.20, presented under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
4This 8-K filing serves to comply with Regulation FD by disseminating material information to all investors simultaneously.
5The filing includes the full earnings release as an exhibit.

S&P Global Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 28, 2009)

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