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WELLS FARGO & COMPANY/MN 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 14, 2021)

Filed October 14, 2021For Securities:WFCWFC-PDWFC-PCWFC-PYWFC-PAWFC-PLWFCNPWFC-PZ

Summary

Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) filed an 8-K on October 14, 2021, to report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2021. The filing incorporates by reference a news release (Exhibit 99.1) and a quarterly supplement (Exhibit 99.2) containing detailed operational and financial data. These documents are considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, making them material for investors assessing the company's performance during the period. Additionally, the report announces a conference call and webcast scheduled for October 14, 2021, to discuss the Q3 results. Presentation materials (Exhibit 99.3), which may include historical and forward-looking information, were also posted on the company's website and furnished with this filing. While these presentation materials are not considered 'filed' under Section 18, they offer further context and insights into the company's strategic discussions and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Wells Fargo announced its third-quarter 2021 financial results via a news release and quarterly supplement filed on October 14, 2021.
  • 2The filing incorporates by reference key financial and operational data for the quarter ended September 30, 2021.
  • 3These incorporated documents (Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2) are considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 4The company scheduled a conference call and webcast for October 14, 2021, to discuss the Q3 results and other matters.
  • 5Presentation materials containing historical and forward-looking information related to Q3 2021 results were posted on the company's website and furnished with the 8-K (Exhibit 99.3).
  • 6Exhibit 99.3 is furnished, not filed, and thus does not carry the same regulatory implications as the financial results themselves.

Frequently Asked Questions

The detailed financial results for Wells Fargo's third quarter ended September 30, 2021, are available in the news release (Exhibit 99.1) and the 3Q21 Quarterly Supplement (Exhibit 99.2) that were filed with this 8-K report on October 14, 2021. These documents are incorporated by reference into the filing.

Documents that are 'filed' (like Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2) are subject to liability under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning they are considered official statements for which the company can be held accountable for misrepresentations. 'Furnished' documents (like Exhibit 99.3 in this case) are provided for informational purposes but do not carry the same level of regulatory scrutiny or liability under Section 18.

Yes, Wells Fargo held a conference call and webcast on October 14, 2021, to discuss its third-quarter 2021 financial results and other related matters. Presentation materials were also made available.

The Quarterly Supplement typically provides more detailed financial data, segment information, balance sheet details, and other statistical information that complements the headline numbers presented in the earnings release. It offers investors a deeper dive into the company's financial condition and performance.