8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 31, 2006)

Filed January 31, 2006For Securities:AJG

Summary

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) filed an 8-K on January 31, 2006, to report its fourth quarter and full-year 2005 earnings. The filing primarily serves as a notification of the release of this financial information, with the detailed earnings data contained within an attached press release (Exhibit 99). Investors should refer to this press release for specific financial results, operational highlights, and management's commentary on performance. This report signifies the company's public disclosure of its financial condition and results of operations for the period ending December 31, 2005. While the 8-K itself is a procedural filing, the attached press release is the substantive document for investors seeking to understand AJG's recent financial performance, profitability trends, and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing of Form 8-K on January 31, 2006, to report financial results.
  • 2The report covers Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.'s fourth quarter and full-year 2005 earnings.
  • 3Key financial details are provided via an attached press release (Exhibit 99).
  • 4The press release is incorporated by reference into the 8-K filing.
  • 5Douglas K. Howell, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.
  • 6The filing was made pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally report Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.'s fourth quarter and full-year 2005 earnings to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the investing public. The detailed financial results are presented in an accompanying press release.

The actual financial results, including specific earnings figures and operational details for the fourth quarter and full year 2005, are contained within the press release dated January 31, 2006, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing. This press release is incorporated by reference into the report.

Douglas K. Howell, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, is the principal financial officer who signed this report, indicating his responsibility for the accuracy of the financial disclosures.

This particular 8-K filing itself is procedural and primarily announces the earnings release. Any forward-looking statements, guidance, or detailed commentary on future outlook would be found within the content of the attached press release (Exhibit 99).