ORACLE CORP current report, 18 December 2008

Oracle Corporation Form 8-K Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 8-K, dated December 18, 2008, reports the issuance of a press release regarding financial results for Oracle Corporation's fiscal second quarter ended November 30, 2008.

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 referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1) but are not detailed in the body of this 8-K report.

Material Changes

No material changes versus the prior comparable period are described in the text of this filing. The document serves solely to announce the availability of the quarterly results.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

The filing text does not contain management commentary, guidance, outlook, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. Such information is expected to be found in the attached press release.

Investor Verification Checklist

  • Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release dated December 18, 2008) for specific revenue and earnings figures.
  • Verify the fiscal quarter end date of November 30, 2008, against prior reporting periods.
  • Check the press release for any updated forward-looking guidance or risk factors not included in this summary.