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UNITED PARCEL SERVICE INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 25, 2004)

Filed October 25, 2004For Securities:UPS

Summary

United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) filed an 8-K report on October 25, 2004, to disclose its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2004. The report primarily serves to attach a press release issued on October 21, 2004, which contains the detailed operational and financial performance data for the period. Investors should refer to this press release for specific figures regarding revenue, earnings, and other key financial metrics that will provide insight into the company's performance during the quarter. This filing indicates that UPS is providing timely updates on its financial condition and results of operations, a crucial practice for maintaining transparency with shareholders. While the 8-K itself is a transmittal document, the attached press release is the substantive disclosure, offering stakeholders a snapshot of the company's most recent financial health and operational achievements. Investors are encouraged to review the press release for a comprehensive understanding of UPS's third-quarter performance.

Key Highlights

  • 1UPS filed an 8-K to report its third-quarter 2004 financial results.
  • 2The report was filed on October 25, 2004, with the SEC.
  • 3The press release containing the results was issued on October 21, 2004.
  • 4The filing includes Exhibit 99.1, which is the press release detailing the third-quarter performance.
  • 5This action fulfills the company's obligation under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) of Form 8-K.
  • 6D. Scott Davis, Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally report United Parcel Service, Inc.'s (UPS) results of operations and financial condition for the third quarter ended September 30, 2004, by attaching the press release that announced these results.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release dated October 21, 2004, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should review this press release for specific performance data.

The report was signed by D. Scott Davis, who holds the title of Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer of United Parcel Service, Inc.

The press release likely includes key financial metrics such as revenue, net income, earnings per share, and potentially operating statistics or segment performance for the third quarter of 2004.