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What Is Form 8-K Used For?

What Is Form 8-K Used For?

Form 8-K

Form 8-K is a form required to be filed by registrants with the SEC when certain significant or “material” events occur, such as mergers and acquisitions, changes in management, and director resignations. The form generally must be filed with four business days of the event triggering disclosure.

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