Oracle Corporation Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Current Report on Form 8-K was filed by Oracle Corporation on December 17, 2018. The filing primarily serves to disseminate the press release regarding financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended November 30, 2018, and to announce a new cash dividend declaration.
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 referenced but not included in the provided text.
Material Changes and Other Events
- Dividend Declaration: The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.19 per share of outstanding common stock.
- Payment Details: The dividend is payable on January 30, 2019, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on January 16, 2019.
- Financial Results: The company announced results for the fiscal second quarter ended November 30, 2018, though specific comparative changes versus the prior period are not detailed in this summary text.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The provided text does not contain specific management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or contingencies. These details are expected to be found in the full press release (Exhibit 99.1) referenced in Item 2.02.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release dated December 17, 2018) for specific revenue, earnings, and cash flow figures for the quarter ended November 30, 2018.
- Verify the record date (January 16, 2019) and payment date (January 30, 2019) for the $0.19 per share dividend.
- Check the full press release for any updated fiscal year guidance or commentary on market conditions.