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UNITED RENTALS, INC. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Feb 15, 2012)

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Other Events·Exhibits & Filings
Filing Date
Filed February 15, 2012
Period End
February 14, 2012
Security
URI
In the record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K170

URI filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 170 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

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01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed February 15, 2012. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

This Form 8-K filing by United Rentals, Inc. (URI) on February 15, 2012, primarily serves to attach a press release dated February 15, 2012, as Exhibit 99.1.

While the 8-K itself is a routine filing, the incorporated press release likely contains the substantive news for investors. Without the content of the press release, the 8-K simply confirms that United Rentals issued an announcement on that date.

Investors should focus on the content of the press release referenced in Item 8.01 to understand the material events or updates from United Rentals. This could include financial results, strategic initiatives, significant transactions, or other corporate developments that would impact the company's performance and outlook.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. United Rentals, Inc. filed a Form 8-K with the SEC on February 15, 2012.
  2. The filing date of the earliest event reported is February 14, 2012.
  3. The primary purpose of this 8-K is to furnish a press release dated February 15, 2012, as an exhibit.
  4. The press release is incorporated by reference into the report.
  5. The filing includes signatures from Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary for both United Rentals, Inc. and United Rentals (North America), Inc.
  6. The 8-K is also marked as potentially satisfying filing obligations under Rule 425 of the Securities Act.
  7. No specific financial data or operational details are provided within the 8-K form itself, beyond the announcement of the press release.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose a press release issued by United Rentals, Inc. on February 15, 2012. The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference, meaning it contains the material information being announced.

  2. What specific news is being announced by United Rentals?

    This 8-K form itself does not contain the details of the announcement. Investors would need to review the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that is furnished with this filing to understand the specific news, which could relate to financial results, strategic updates, or other significant corporate events.

  3. Where can I find the details of the information contained in the press release?

    The press release is filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K. Investors can access this exhibit through the SEC's EDGAR database or through United Rentals' investor relations website to find the specific information being disclosed.

  4. Are there any immediate financial implications for investors in this filing?

    This particular 8-K filing is primarily a procedural notification that a press release has been issued. The financial implications for investors depend entirely on the content of that press release. The 8-K itself does not provide financial data or analysis.

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