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WESTERN DIGITAL CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 28, 2016)

Filed July 28, 2016For Securities:WDC

Summary

Western Digital Corporation (WDC) filed an 8-K on July 28, 2016, to announce its financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter and the full fiscal year ended July 1, 2016. The report includes a press release and a quarterly fact sheet, which provide details on the company's performance during this period. Investors should review these attached documents for a comprehensive understanding of WDC's financial condition and operational results. While the 8-K itself does not contain the specific financial figures, it serves as notification that these results have been publicly disclosed. The press release and fact sheet, incorporated by reference, are the primary sources for investors seeking detailed information on revenue, profitability, and other key financial metrics for the reported periods. These filings are crucial for assessing the company's recent performance and future outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Western Digital (WDC) announced its fourth fiscal quarter and full fiscal year results for the period ending July 1, 2016.
  • 2The announcement was made via a press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.
  • 3A detailed Quarterly Fact Sheet for Q4 FY16 was also filed as Exhibit 99.2.
  • 4The 8-K report itself serves as a notification of the financial results disclosure.
  • 5Information contained within the referenced exhibits is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 liability but is incorporated by reference.
  • 6Investors are directed to the exhibits for the specific financial performance details.
  • 7The filing date was July 28, 2016, with the event date also noted as July 28, 2016.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce Western Digital Corporation's financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter and its full fiscal year ended July 1, 2016. It directs investors to the accompanying press release and fact sheet for detailed financial information.

The actual financial results are contained within the press release (Exhibit 99.1) and the Quarterly Fact Sheet (Exhibit 99.2) that are attached to and incorporated by reference in this 8-K filing.

No, the 8-K form itself, as per Item 2.02, typically announces the disclosure of results and incorporates press releases or fact sheets by reference. The detailed financial figures such as revenue, earnings, and other operational metrics would be found within the referenced Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) and Exhibit 99.2 (Quarterly Fact Sheet).

The disclaimer signifies that the information furnished in this Item 2.02 (and its exhibits) is not considered 'filed' for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means the company is not subject to liabilities under that section for this information, though it is still publicly disclosed and incorporated by reference into other filings if explicitly stated.