Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Reed Elsevier PLC and Reed Elsevier NV, dated February 19, 2004, announces the preliminary results for the combined businesses for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2003. The report incorporates summary financial information for both the UK and Dutch entities.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text provided does not contain specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. It serves as a cover document announcing the availability of these preliminary results rather than detailing the figures themselves.
Material Changes
The provided text does not disclose specific material changes or comparative data versus the prior period.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not include management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, contingencies, or details on unusual items.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific revenue and profit figures in the full preliminary results announcement referenced by this filing.
- Confirm the breakdown of financial performance between Reed Elsevier PLC and Reed Elsevier NV.
- Review the full report for any material changes or risks not summarized in this cover document.