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Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 30, 2012)

Filed October 30, 2012For Securities:AJG

Summary

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) filed an 8-K on October 30, 2012, to report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2012. This filing primarily serves to attach the company's earnings press release, which contains detailed financial performance information. Investors should refer to the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specifics on revenue, profitability, and any other operational or financial condition updates for the quarter. The 8-K itself does not contain new financial data beyond what is presented in the press release. Its purpose is to make these results officially available in a timely manner. Investors seeking to understand AJG's performance during the third quarter of 2012 should carefully review the information provided in the attached press release for key metrics and management commentary.

Key Highlights

  • 1AJG filed an 8-K on October 30, 2012, reporting its third-quarter 2012 financial results.
  • 2The primary purpose of this filing is to provide access to the company's earnings press release dated October 30, 2012.
  • 3The press release (Exhibit 99.1) contains the detailed financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2012.
  • 4Investors need to consult Exhibit 99.1 for specific financial performance data, including revenue and profitability.
  • 5The 8-K itself does not provide new quantitative financial information beyond what is in the press release.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.'s financial results for the third quarter of 2012, which were detailed in a press release issued on the same day.

The detailed financial results are located in the press release dated October 30, 2012, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

This specific 8-K filing (Item 2.02) is solely focused on reporting financial results and condition. It does not appear to contain information regarding strategic announcements or executive changes, which would typically be reported under different 8-K item numbers.

Douglas K. Howell is listed as the Vice President and Chief Financial Officer who signed this 8-K filing.