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AMETEK INC/ 8-K Report (Oct 21, 2003)

Filed October 21, 2003For Securities:AME

Summary

AMETEK, Inc. filed an 8-K on October 21, 2003, to report on its financial results for the three and nine-month periods ending September 30, 2003. The primary purpose of this filing was to attach a press release detailing these results, as per SEC regulations. While the specific financial figures are contained within the referenced press release (Exhibit 99(a)), the filing itself serves as the official notification to the market about the company's performance during the reported periods. Investors should refer to the attached press release for comprehensive details on AMETEK's financial condition and results of operations. This 8-K filing indicates that the company is adhering to its reporting obligations by disseminating timely financial information. The information provided in this report is not deemed "filed" for certain regulatory purposes, a standard disclaimer for such filings, meaning it's for informational purposes unless specifically incorporated into other filings.

Key Highlights

  • 1AMETEK, Inc. issued an 8-K filing on October 21, 2003.
  • 2The filing's primary purpose was to announce financial results for the periods ending September 30, 2003.
  • 3The report includes results for both the three-month and nine-month periods.
  • 4Exhibit 99(a) contains the full press release with detailed financial results.
  • 5The information presented is intended to inform investors about the company's performance.
  • 6The filing specifies that the information is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act unless expressly referenced elsewhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report and disseminate AMETEK, Inc.'s financial results for the third quarter and the first nine months of fiscal year 2003, which concluded on September 30, 2003. It serves to make this information publicly available and forms part of their SEC reporting obligations.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release issued by AMETEK, Inc. on October 20, 2003, which is attached as Exhibit 99(a) to this 8-K filing. Investors should consult this press release for specific figures and commentary on the company's financial performance.

When a filing states that information is 'not deemed filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, it means that the company is generally not held liable for misstatements or omissions in that specific information under that particular section of law, unlike 'filed' documents. However, it is still considered public information. This is a common disclaimer for press releases furnished as exhibits in 8-K filings.