MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. - Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Current Report on Form 8-K was filed by MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. on June 30, 2011. The filing serves to announce the company's financial results for the fiscal 2011 third quarter, which ended on May 28, 2011.
Key Financial Metrics
The provided filing text does not contain specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are referenced as being detailed in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1, which is not included in the source text.
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide specific data regarding material changes versus the prior comparable period. It only confirms the issuance of results for the third quarter of fiscal 2011.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing includes a standard disclaimer stating that the information in this report and the attached exhibit shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and shall not be incorporated by reference into other filings. No specific guidance, outlook, management commentary, risks, or unusual items are detailed in the text of the 8-K itself.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release dated June 30, 2011) for actual revenue, earnings, and margin figures.
- Verify the specific fiscal quarter end date of May 28, 2011, when comparing to other periods.
- Confirm that the press release is the primary source for material changes and management commentary, as the 8-K body contains only a reference.