Announcement Requirements
Qualifying sources (official company channels only):
- Press releases
- SEC filings (8-K, 10-K, 10-Q)
- Earnings calls or investor presentations
- Verified social media accounts
- Official statements to media, subsequently confirmed by the company
- CEO statements through any of the above channels
Disqualifying sources:
- Rumors, speculation, or unconfirmed reports
- Leaked information
- Third-party announcements without company confirmation
- Preliminary discussions
Additional Rules
- The announcement must occur after market issuance
- Companies are tracked through rebranding and name changes representing the same legal business entity