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Corporate reports & securities filings · Core

Form 10-K

Also called: 10-K

ELI5

The comprehensive annual report filed by many United States public companies with the SEC.

Used in conversation

“Attach the latest form 10-K to the decision pack before the meeting.”

Pitch context

You will see “Form 10-K” in annual reports, earnings decks, filings and investor presentations when the discussion reaches corporate reports & securities filings.

Why it matters: In corporate reports & securities filings, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Connected terms

  • Annual reportAn annual report is the broader yearly communication to shareholders; a Form 10-K is a specific United States regulatory filing with prescribed disclosures.
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