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WESTERN DIGITAL CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 22, 2010)

Filed April 22, 2010For Securities:WDC

Summary

Western Digital Corporation (WDC) filed an 8-K report on April 22, 2010, to announce its financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended April 2, 2010. The filing primarily serves to incorporate by reference the press release and investor information summary related to these results. While the specific financial figures are not detailed within the 8-K itself, the report indicates that these crucial operational and financial details were made public on the filing date. Investors should note that this 8-K is the mechanism for reporting the earnings announcement. The attached exhibits (99.1 and 99.2) contain the actual performance data, including revenue, profit, and any forward-looking statements or management commentary on the company's condition. Accessing these exhibits is essential for a complete understanding of WDC's performance during the reported quarter.

Key Highlights

  • 1Western Digital (WDC) announced financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended April 2, 2010.
  • 2The 8-K filing includes a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing the financial results.
  • 3An Investor Information Summary for the third fiscal quarter of FY2010 is also provided as an exhibit (Exhibit 99.2).
  • 4The information is furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
  • 5The filing is dated April 22, 2010, with the earliest event reported being April 22, 2010.
  • 6The report confirms the incorporation by reference of the press release and investor summary, making them integral parts of the filing.
  • 7The information provided is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, but is typically considered material for investors.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Western Digital's financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended April 2, 2010. It incorporates by reference the company's press release and investor information summary that contain the detailed financial performance data.

The specific financial numbers and details are located in the exhibits attached to this 8-K filing: Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) and Exhibit 99.2 (Investor Information Summary). These documents, released on April 22, 2010, contain the actual financial results and commentary.

While the 8-K itself does not detail them, the accompanying press release and investor information summary (Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2) are likely to contain forward-looking statements and management's commentary on the company's performance and outlook for the future. Investors should review these exhibits carefully.

This is a standard disclosure for earnings releases furnished under Item 2.02. It means that while the information is publicly available and important for investors, it does not carry the same legal liability under Section 18 of the Exchange Act as other sections of an 8-K filing. However, it is still considered material information that investors rely on.