01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed January 9, 2018. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This 8-K filing from Warner Bros.
Discovery, Inc. (though filed under the entity Discovery Communications, Inc. at the time) primarily serves to announce the upcoming release of the company's full-year and fourth-quarter 2017 financial results. Investors should note that the actual earnings release and conference call are scheduled for February 27, 2018, which is significantly later than the filing date. This provides a window for potential market speculation or analysis based on preliminary expectations, but concrete financial performance details will only become available on the scheduled date.
The filing also includes logistical information for accessing the financial results and subsequent conference call, including dates, times, dial-in numbers, and webcast details. While this 8-K itself doesn't contain new financial performance data, it's a procedural announcement that sets the stage for a more significant financial disclosure event. Investors looking for immediate insights into WBD's 2017 performance will need to wait for the February 27th announcement.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Announcement of Full Year and Q4 2017 Financial Results: Discovery Communications, Inc. will release its financial results on February 27, 2018.
- Investor Conference Call Scheduled: A management conference call to discuss the results will follow the press release on February 27, 2018.
- Access Information Provided: Details for the conference call, including domestic and international dial-in numbers, passcode (DISCA), and a listen-only webcast link, are included.
- Replay Availability: A replay of the conference call will be available from approximately two hours after the call until March 13, 2018, with specific dial-in numbers and a conference ID (7593409).
- Webcast Replay: The conference call replay will also be accessible via audio webcast on the company's investor relations website.
- Exhibit Filed: The filing includes a press release dated January 8, 2018, as an exhibit, likely detailing the announcement of the earnings release date.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Warner Bros. Discovery (Discovery Communications at the time) release its full year and fourth quarter 2017 financial results?
The company is scheduled to issue a press release providing an overview of its financial results for the full year and fourth quarter of 2017 on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
How can investors listen to the conference call discussing the 2017 financial results?
Investors can listen to the live conference call by dialing 1-844-452-2811 (domestic toll-free) or +1-574-990-9832 (outside the U.S.) and using the passcode DISCA. The call will also be available live as a listen-only webcast at www.discoverycommunications.com.
Will a replay of the conference call be available?
Yes, a replay of the conference call will be available beginning approximately two hours after its completion until March 13, 2018. The domestic toll-free replay number is 1-855-859-2056 and the international replay number is +1-404-537-3406. Replay listeners must enter conference ID number 7593409. The replay will also be available via audio webcast in the 'Investor Relations' section of the company's website.
Does this 8-K filing contain the actual 2017 financial results?
No, this 8-K filing does not contain the actual financial results for the full year and fourth quarter of 2017. It is an announcement of the date and details for the upcoming earnings release and conference call scheduled for February 27, 2018.
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