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WELLS FARGO & COMPANY/MN 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 13, 2017)

Filed October 13, 2017For Securities:WFCWFC-PDWFC-PCWFC-PYWFC-PAWFC-PLWFCNPWFC-PZ

Summary

Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) filed an 8-K on October 13, 2017, primarily to report its third-quarter 2017 financial results. The company issued a press release and a supplementary quarterly filing detailing its performance and providing additional historical and forward-looking information for the quarter ended September 30, 2017. These documents are incorporated by reference and are considered 'filed' for regulatory purposes, with the press release being the key piece of financial information. Investors can expect further details and discussion through a scheduled conference call and webcast. Additionally, the report discloses a strategic shift in the company's resolution planning. Wells Fargo has decided to transition from a multiple-point-of-entry to a single-point-of-entry resolution strategy for its upcoming plan submission. Importantly, this change is stated to be independent of any feedback received from regulatory agencies on their 2017 resolution plan. This strategic adjustment is a notable item for investors concerned with the company's long-term stability and regulatory compliance.

Key Highlights

  • 1Wells Fargo announced its third-quarter 2017 financial results via press release and a Quarterly Supplement.
  • 2The press release and Quarterly Supplement provide details on the company's operational and financial performance for the quarter ended September 30, 2017.
  • 3The press release (Exhibit 99.1) is considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 4The Quarterly Supplement (Exhibit 99.2) is furnished and not considered 'filed' for Section 18 purposes.
  • 5The company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss these results and other matters.
  • 6Wells Fargo is changing its resolution strategy from a multiple-point-of-entry to a single-point-of-entry approach for its next resolution plan.
  • 7The decision to change the resolution strategy is not a result of regulatory feedback on the 2017 plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report Wells Fargo's financial results for the third quarter of 2017, along with providing supplemental financial information and announcing a strategic change in its resolution planning.

The detailed financial results for Q3 2017 are available in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) attached to this 8-K filing and the accompanying Quarterly Supplement (Exhibit 99.2).

The shift to a single-point-of-entry resolution strategy indicates a simplification of how Wells Fargo plans to manage its operations and potentially wind down in the event of severe financial distress. This is a proactive strategic move by the company, and importantly, it is stated to be independent of any specific regulatory feedback, suggesting it's a preferred approach rather than a mandated one.

Yes, Wells Fargo intends to host a live conference call and webcast on October 13, 2017, to discuss the press release, the Quarterly Supplement, and other related matters.