BANK OF MONTREAL current report, Q2 FY2004

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 6-K filing by the Bank of Montreal (BMO) covers the month of April 2004, with the report signed on April 27, 2004. The registrant is a foreign private issuer headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, with executive offices in Toronto, Ontario.

Key Financial Metrics

The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This document serves as a cover sheet for a corporate announcement rather than a financial results report.

Material Changes

The primary material change disclosed in this filing is a corporate governance update. The filing references an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) announcing that David A. Galloway has been named as the Chairman of the BMO Financial Group.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

The filing text does not provide a clear value for financial guidance, future outlook, management commentary on operations, specific risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The document is limited to the appointment of the new Chairman.

Investor Verification Checklist

  • Verify the full text of the press release (Exhibit 99.1) regarding David A. Galloway's appointment as Chairman.
  • Confirm the effective date of the leadership transition.
  • Review subsequent filings for any impact this leadership change may have on strategic direction.