8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

US BANCORP \DE\ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 21, 2009)

Filed October 21, 2009For Securities:USBUSB-PHUSB-PPUSB-PRUSB-PQUSB-PSUSB-PA

Summary

U.S. Bancorp (USB) filed an 8-K on October 21, 2009, to furnish its press release dated October 21, 2009, detailing the results for the quarter ended September 30, 2009. This filing serves to inform investors about the company's operational and financial performance during the third quarter of 2009, a period of significant economic volatility. The press release, incorporated by reference as Exhibit 99.1, contains forward-looking statements and includes a cautionary note regarding factors that could impact future results. Investors should pay close attention to the detailed financial information and operational highlights presented in the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1), as it provides the most current update on the company's performance. The filing itself primarily acts as a vehicle to deliver this information to the market, making the press release the critical document for assessing U.S. Bancorp's standing during this challenging economic environment.

Key Highlights

  • 1U.S. Bancorp filed an 8-K on October 21, 2009, to report Q3 2009 results.
  • 2The primary content is a press release dated October 21, 2009, furnished under Item 2.02.
  • 3The press release provides details on the company's results of operations and financial condition for the quarter ended September 30, 2009.
  • 4Exhibit 99.1 contains the press release and is incorporated by reference.
  • 5The filing includes a cautionary statement about forward-looking statements and factors that may affect future results.
  • 6This filing primarily serves to make the Q3 2009 earnings release publicly available.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally submit and make publicly available U.S. Bancorp's press release detailing its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2009. It acts as a mechanism to disseminate this crucial information to investors and the market.

The specific financial details for the quarter ended September 30, 2009, are contained within the press release issued by U.S. Bancorp on October 21, 2009. This press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing and is incorporated by reference.

Yes, the press release, which is part of this filing, contains forward-looking statements and includes a cautionary statement identifying important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. Investors should review this cautionary language carefully.

The 8-K filing was signed by Terrance R. Dolan, Executive Vice President and Controller, on behalf of U.S. Bancorp.