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

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and provide access to S&P Global's (then The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.) earnings release for the third quarter of 2011. It also includes the company's financial guidance for the full year 2011.

Where can I find the detailed financial results for the third quarter of 2011?

The detailed financial results, discussion of operations, and financial condition for the third quarter ended September 30, 2011, are provided in the earnings release attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing. This exhibit is incorporated by reference.

Does this filing contain new financial statements?

This filing does not contain new financial statements within the 8-K document itself. It references an attached earnings release (Exhibit 99) which contains the relevant financial performance information for the third quarter of 2011.

What is the significance of the information not being 'filed' under Section 18?

The disclosure states that the information furnished in this 8-K (including Exhibit 99) is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means the company generally cannot be held liable under Section 18 for misstatements or omissions in this specific furnished information, although other anti-fraud provisions of securities laws may still apply.

SPGI 8-K: Earnings & Results & Regulation FD

Summary

S&P Global Inc. (formerly The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.) filed an 8-K on October 20, 2011, primarily to disclose its third-quarter 2011 earnings release. This filing provides investors with the company's financial performance for the quarter ended September 30, 2011, and includes forward-looking guidance for the remainder of 2011. While the 8-K itself does not contain detailed financial figures, it directs readers to the attached earnings release (Exhibit 99) for a comprehensive overview of operational results and financial condition.

Key Highlights

1The 8-K filing announces the release of S&P Global's (then The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.) third-quarter 2011 financial results.
2Key information for investors is contained within the attached earnings release (Exhibit 99).
3The filing includes the company's guidance for the full fiscal year 2011.
4The earnings release covers the company's results of operations and financial condition for the period ending September 30, 2011.
5The information furnished is not considered 'filed' for certain legal liabilities under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
6The content is not automatically incorporated into other SEC filings unless specifically referenced.

S&P Global Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 20, 2011)

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