Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Aspen Aerogels, Inc. (ASPN)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: February 17, 2022
Reporting Period: Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2021
This filing announces the financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2021. The detailed results are incorporated by reference from a press release (Exhibit 99.1).
Key Financial Metrics
The provided text serves as a cover document and does not contain specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These figures are located in the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) which is referenced but not included in the input text.
Material Changes
The filing indicates that the company announced financial results and discussed business developments for the period ended December 31, 2021. Specific details regarding material changes versus prior periods are not present in this text.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
- 2022 Financial Outlook: The filing explicitly incorporates the "2022 Financial Outlook" from the attached press release under Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure).
- Forward-Looking Statements: The filing includes a reference to a forward-looking statement disclaimer found at the end of the press release.
- Website Information: The company notes that information on its website is not incorporated by reference into this filing.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) for specific Q4 and FY 2021 revenue, net income, and cash flow figures.
- Examine the "2022 Financial Outlook" section in the press release for updated guidance.
- Verify the forward-looking statement disclaimer for specific risk factors associated with the outlook.
- Confirm the exact date of the press release to ensure alignment with the February 17, 2022 filing date.