8-K (Form 8K)

An 8-K (Form 8K) is a form that publicly traded companies in the United States must file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) within four business days of any material event that is not otherwise reported in a company's periodic reports. Material events include things like changes in control of the company, bankruptcy, acquisitions, and other significant events that could affect the company's stock price.

The 8-K form is used to provide investors with timely information about a company's financial condition and operations. It is important for investors to be aware of material events that could affect the company's stock price, so they can make informed investment decisions.

The 8-K form is a public document, and it can be accessed on the SEC's website. Investors can also sign up for email alerts from the SEC to be notified of new 8-K filings.

Here are some examples of the types of events that would require a company to file an 8-K form:

• A change in control of the company, such as a merger or acquisition
• A bankruptcy filing
• A significant change in the company's financial condition, such as a loss of a major customer or a write-down of assets
• A change in the company's management team
• A significant change in the company's business operations, such as a new product launch or a change in strategy

The 8-K form is an important tool for investors to stay informed about the companies they own. By filing 8-Ks, companies are providing investors with the information they need to make informed investment decisions.