Expedia Group, Inc. - Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K was filed by Expedia, Inc. on October 30, 2013. The report primarily serves to announce the financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2013, and to disclose a new quarterly cash dividend declaration.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text references the full earnings release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial data but does not explicitly state specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity within the body of this 8-K document. The filing confirms the company utilizes non-GAAP financial measures in its reporting.
Material Changes and Events
- Dividend Declaration: The Executive Committee declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share of outstanding common stock.
- Payment Details: The dividend is payable on December 12, 2013, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on November 21, 2013.
- Disclosure: An infographic containing company information for the third quarter of 2013 was posted to the Investor Relations section of the corporate website.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide specific guidance, outlook, management commentary, or risk factors. It notes that the information regarding results of operations and the infographic is furnished but not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, except as expressly referenced.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) for specific Q3 2013 revenue, earnings, and margin figures.
- Verify the record date (November 21, 2013) and payment date (December 12, 2013) for the $0.15 dividend.
- Consult the company website for the "The Numbers Infographic" referenced in Exhibit 99.2 for visual financial summaries.
- Confirm the distinction between GAAP and non-GAAP measures as presented in the full earnings release.