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WESTERN DIGITAL CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 30, 2023)

Filed October 30, 2023For Securities:WDC

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce Western Digital Corporation's financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended September 29, 2023. It incorporates the press release that contains these detailed financial results.

The actual financial numbers, including revenue, profitability, and other key metrics for the fiscal first quarter, are contained within the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. You will need to refer to that document for specific financial details.

No, the information in this filing, specifically the financial results announced under Item 2.02 and the attached press release, is furnished and not "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not carry the same legal liabilities as information that is formally filed.

This 8-K filing itself is primarily a notification of the financial results. Any forward-looking guidance or outlook for the company would be detailed within the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) and should be reviewed there.