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Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 28, 2009)

Filed July 28, 2009For Securities:AJG

Summary

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) filed an 8-K on July 28, 2009, to report its second quarter 2009 financial results. The primary purpose of this filing is to provide investors with access to the company's earnings press release, which details operational performance and financial condition for the period ending around July 27, 2009. This is a standard disclosure to ensure timely communication of material financial information to the public. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial statements, it incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99) that does. Investors should refer to this press release for specifics on revenue, profitability, earnings per share, and any other key financial metrics for the second quarter of 2009. This filing serves as a crucial reference point for understanding AJG's recent performance amidst the prevailing economic conditions of that time.

Key Highlights

  • 1The 8-K filing announces the release of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.'s second quarter 2009 earnings.
  • 2The report was filed on July 28, 2009, with the earliest event date being July 27, 2009.
  • 3The press release containing the detailed financial results for Q2 2009 is attached as Exhibit 99 and incorporated by reference.
  • 4This filing provides investors with timely access to the company's operational and financial performance for the specified quarter.
  • 5Douglas K. Howell, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report, indicating financial oversight.
  • 6The filing is categorized under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 9.01 (Financial Statements and Exhibits).

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.'s (AJG) second quarter 2009 financial results and make the associated earnings press release publicly available to investors.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release dated July 28, 2009, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing and is incorporated by reference.

No, the 8-K filing itself does not contain the detailed financial statements or results. It serves as a cover report to incorporate the press release (Exhibit 99) which holds the actual financial data for the second quarter of 2009.

Douglas K. Howell, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, is the principal financial officer who signed this report, attesting to its accuracy and compliance.