Summary
Western Digital Corporation (WDC) filed an 8-K on October 30, 2023, to announce its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended September 29, 2023. The filing primarily incorporates a press release detailing these results. Investors should note that while this information is publicly disclosed, it is furnished under Item 2.02 and is not considered "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it does not carry the same legal liabilities and is not automatically incorporated into other SEC filings unless specifically referenced. While the specific financial metrics are within the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), this 8-K serves as the official notification of their release. Investors seeking detailed performance figures, revenue breakdowns, profitability, and forward-looking guidance for the fiscal first quarter must refer to the accompanying press release. This filing is a procedural step to ensure timely market communication of the company's quarterly performance.
Key Highlights
- 1WDC announced its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended September 29, 2023, via an 8-K filing on October 30, 2023.
- 2The primary content of the 8-K is the press release containing the Q1 fiscal year 2024 financial results (Exhibit 99.1).
- 3The information provided is furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K and is not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
- 4This means the information, while public, does not carry the same legal liability as 'filed' information.
- 5Investors must consult the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial performance data, including revenues, earnings, and any outlook provided.
- 6The filing also includes the cover page interactive data file in Inline XBRL format.