Oracle Corporation 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K, dated June 18, 2012, reports on Oracle Corporation's fiscal fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended May 31, 2012. The filing serves to disseminate financial results and announce a new cash dividend.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide specific 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 $0.06 per share of outstanding common stock.
- Payment Details: The dividend is payable on August 3, 2012, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 13, 2012.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The provided text does not contain management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or details on contingencies and unusual items. Such information is expected to be found in the referenced Exhibit 99.1 press release.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release dated June 18, 2012) for specific revenue, earnings, and cash flow figures for the quarter and year ended May 31, 2012.
- Verify the record date (July 13, 2012) and payment date (August 3, 2012) for the $0.06 per share dividend.
- Check the press release for any updated fiscal guidance or commentary on the acquisition of Sun Microsystems, which concluded in the prior fiscal year.