Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K filing by A10 Networks, Inc. (Delaware) was submitted on September 4, 2018, reporting events occurring on August 31, 2018. The filing addresses corporate governance matters regarding the scheduling of the 2018 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is a current report on specific corporate events and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is the rescheduling of the 2018 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. The Board of Directors established November 7, 2018, as the meeting date, which is more than 30 days from the anniversary of the 2017 Annual Meeting. Consequently, the record date was set for September 14, 2018.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing does not contain management guidance, financial outlook, or discussion of business risks. It strictly outlines the procedural deadlines for shareholder proposals and director nominations. Under Rule 14a-5(f) and Rule 14a-8(e) of the Exchange Act, the deadline for receipt of qualified stockholder proposals or nominations for inclusion in the proxy statement is 5:00 p.m., Eastern Time, on September 14, 2018.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Annual Meeting Date: November 7, 2018.
- Record Date: September 14, 2018.
- Proposal Deadline: September 14, 2018, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
- Reason for Filing: The meeting date change exceeded the 30-day window from the prior year's anniversary, triggering the requirement to disclose the proposal deadline.