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VALERO ENERGY CORP/TX 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 27, 2009)

Filed January 27, 2009For Securities:VLO

Summary

Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) filed an 8-K on January 27, 2009, to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2008. This filing primarily serves to furnish the accompanying press release, which contains the detailed earnings information. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.01) for specific financial figures, operational performance, and management's commentary on the results during this period. The 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial data but acts as the official notification of its release. The information provided in this report is furnished and not filed, meaning it will not automatically be incorporated into future SEC filings unless explicitly stated. This distinction is important for understanding the legal and reporting implications. Investors are encouraged to review the press release for a comprehensive understanding of Valero's financial condition and results of operations for the period, as well as any forward-looking statements or strategic outlook provided by the company.

Key Highlights

  • 1Valero Energy Corporation filed an 8-K on January 27, 2009, to report financial results.
  • 2The filing pertains to the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2008.
  • 3The primary purpose of the 8-K is to furnish a press release announcing these financial results.
  • 4The press release, dated January 27, 2009, is incorporated by reference as Exhibit 99.01.
  • 5Information provided is furnished, not filed, and will not be automatically incorporated into future SEC registration statements.
  • 6Investors should consult the press release for detailed financial performance and operational data.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing by Valero Energy Corporation is to officially report and furnish its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2008. It includes a press release that contains the detailed earnings information.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release dated January 27, 2009, which is attached to this 8-K filing as Exhibit 99.01. Investors should refer to this press release for specific figures and operational details.

When information is furnished, it means it's provided to the SEC for public disclosure but does not carry the same legal implications as 'filed' information. Specifically, furnished information is not automatically incorporated by reference into future SEC registration statements, which can affect how the information is viewed in the context of securities law.

The earliest event reported in this 8-K filing, which is the issuance of the press release announcing financial results, occurred on January 26, 2009, with the filing made on January 27, 2009.