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WESTERN DIGITAL CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 26, 2007)

Filed July 26, 2007For Securities:WDC

Summary

Western Digital Corporation (WDC) filed an 8-K on July 26, 2007, to announce its financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter and the full fiscal year ended June 29, 2007. The filing primarily serves to incorporate by reference the press release (Exhibit 99.1) and an Investor Information Summary (Exhibit 99.2) that detail these financial outcomes. Investors should refer to these attached exhibits for specific operational and financial performance data for the period. While the 8-K itself does not provide the detailed financial figures, it signals that significant updates regarding WDC's revenue, profitability, and other key financial metrics for the latest quarter and fiscal year have been disclosed. The information is presented under Item 2.02, concerning Results of Operations and Financial Condition, and is furnished rather than filed, meaning it is not subject to the full liabilities of Section 18 of the Exchange Act unless explicitly incorporated into other filings.

Key Highlights

  • 1Announcement of financial results for Q4 and full fiscal year ended June 29, 2007.
  • 2Press release detailing financial results is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3Investor Information Summary for Q4 FY2007 is attached as Exhibit 99.2.
  • 4Information furnished under Item 2.02, Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
  • 5Information is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, limiting liability.
  • 6Indicates a material update to the company's financial performance and position.
  • 7Required investor reference to attached exhibits for specific financial data.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce Western Digital Corporation's financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter and the full fiscal year ended June 29, 2007. It directs investors to read the attached press release and Investor Information Summary for the specific details of these results.

The actual financial numbers are contained within Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) and Exhibit 99.2 (the Investor Information Summary) which are attached to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

No, the information in this Item 2.02, including the attached exhibits, is considered 'furnished' rather than 'filed.' This means it is not subject to the liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, though it can be incorporated into other filings if the company explicitly states so.

An Investor Information Summary typically provides a more detailed breakdown of financial and operational metrics than a standard press release. This might include revenue figures, profitability, earnings per share, segment data, balance sheet information, and key performance indicators relevant to the company's business for the reporting period.