MSCI Inc. Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
MSCI Inc. filed this Current Report on Form 8-K on May 5, 2011, to announce the release of financial information for its first quarter ended March 31, 2011. The company is incorporated in Delaware and maintains its principal executive offices in New York, NY.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are contained within the press release annexed as Exhibit 99.1, which is referenced but not included in the provided text. The filing notes that the press release contains non-GAAP financial measures with reconciliations to GAAP measures.
Material Changes
The filing text does not disclose specific material changes versus the prior comparable period. Investors must refer to Exhibit 99.1 for comparative financial data and analysis.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not contain specific guidance, outlook, management commentary, or risk factors. It explicitly states that the information furnished under Item 2.02, including Exhibit 99.1, is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is not incorporated by reference into other filings unless expressly stated.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the specific Q1 2011 revenue and earnings figures in the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
- Review the reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to GAAP measures provided in Exhibit 99.1.
- Confirm that the financial data in this 8-K is not legally "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, limiting liability protections compared to standard 10-Q filings.
- Check for any forward-looking statements or guidance in the full text of the May 5, 2011 press release.