Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K filing by GameStop Corp. covers events occurring on August 14, 2012, and August 16, 2012. The report primarily serves to announce the Company's financial results for the second quarter ended July 28, 2012, and to disclose 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 attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), which is referenced but not included in the provided text.
Material Changes and Events
- Dividend Declaration: On August 14, 2012, the Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share.
- Payment Details: The dividend is payable on September 12, 2012, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on August 28, 2012.
- Financial Results: The Company issued a press release on August 16, 2012, detailing results for the quarter ended July 28, 2012.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The provided text does not contain management commentary, forward-looking guidance, specific risk factors, or details on contingencies. The filing explicitly states that the information is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific revenue and earnings figures for the quarter ended July 28, 2012, by reviewing the attached Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release).
- Confirm the record date of August 28, 2012, to ensure eligibility for the $0.25 per share dividend.
- Review the full press release for any material changes in operating margins or liquidity positions not detailed in this summary.