Oracle Corporation Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Current Report on Form 8-K was filed by Oracle Corporation on March 18, 2009. The filing primarily serves to announce the financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended February 28, 2009, and to declare a cash dividend.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text itself does not provide specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are contained within the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1, which is incorporated by reference but not detailed in the body of this 8-K.
Material Changes and Other Events
- Dividend Declaration: The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.05 per share of outstanding common stock.
- Payment Details: The dividend is payable on May 8, 2009, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on April 8, 2009.
- Results Announcement: The company issued a press release regarding its fiscal third-quarter results, though specific performance changes versus the prior period are not listed in this document.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not contain management commentary, forward-looking guidance, specific risk factors, or details on contingencies and unusual items. Investors must refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for this information.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific revenue and earnings figures for the fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2009, in the attached press release.
- Confirm the record date (April 8, 2009) and payment date (May 8, 2009) for the $0.05 per share dividend.
- Review the full press release for any updated guidance or commentary on the economic environment affecting Oracle's operations.