Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing is submitted by BANK OF MONTREAL, a foreign private issuer, for the month of September 2004. The report was filed on September 10, 2004, pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The registrant files annual reports under Form 40-F.
Financial Metrics
The provided filing text does not contain specific financial data. There are no reported values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity in this document.
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide information regarding material changes versus prior comparable periods.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
This document serves as a cover report for certifications rather than a financial results announcement. It includes the following exhibits:
- Exhibit 99.1: Certification of Interim Filings during Transition Period by the Chief Executive Officer (Form 52-109FT2).
- Exhibit 99.2: Certification of Interim Filings during Transition Period by the Chief Financial Officer (Form 52-109FT2).
These certifications are filed in accordance with Canadian Multilateral Instrument 52-109. No management commentary, guidance, or risk factors are detailed in the text provided.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- The filing is a procedural submission containing CEO and CFO certifications regarding interim filings, not a financial results report.
- Specific financial performance metrics for the period are not included in this text and must be sought in the referenced interim filings or Form 40-F.
- The registrant is subject to Canadian disclosure standards (MI 52-109) for these certifications.