Seagate Technology Holdings Plc - 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K, dated November 1, 2019, reports the financial results for Seagate Technology Public Limited Company for the fiscal first quarter ended October 4, 2019. The filing serves as a current report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing detailed financial results but does not explicitly state specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity within the body of this 8-K document. Investors must refer to the attached press release for these figures.
Material Changes and Dividends
- Dividend Declaration: On October 28, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.65 per share.
- Payment Details: The dividend is payable on January 8, 2020, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on December 26, 2019.
- Comparison Data: The filing does not provide specific comparative financial data versus the prior period; it only indicates that results were reported.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
Management scheduled a public webcast on November 1, 2019, to provide an outlook for the fiscal second quarter of 2020, including key underlying assumptions. A replay of this event was made available on the company's Investor Relations website. The filing notes that the company routinely uses its website to announce material information.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific revenue, net income, and cash flow figures in the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
- Confirm the fiscal second quarter 2020 guidance provided during the November 1, 2019, webcast.
- Review the Supplemental Financial Information document available on the Investor Relations website.
- Ensure shareholder record date (December 26, 2019) is met to receive the $0.65 per share dividend.