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AMETEK INC/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 30, 2009)

Filed January 30, 2009For Securities:AME

Summary

AMETEK, Inc. (AME) filed an 8-K on January 30, 2009, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2008. The report itself is brief, primarily serving as a vehicle to furnish a press release containing the detailed financial information. This indicates that investors should refer to the provided press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific financial metrics, performance analysis, and forward-looking statements regarding AMETEK's business operations and financial condition during that period. The filing timing suggests that the market received this information on or around January 30, 2009.

Key Highlights

  • 1AMETEK, Inc. filed an 8-K on January 30, 2009.
  • 2The filing pertains to the company's financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2008.
  • 3The primary content of the filing is a press release detailing these financial results.
  • 4The press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and is integral to understanding the reported performance.
  • 5The filing adheres to Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 9.01 (Financial Statements and Exhibits).
  • 6The report was signed by Robert R. Mandos, Jr., Senior Vice President and Comptroller.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report AMETEK, Inc.'s financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year ending December 31, 2008. It serves as a formal notification to the SEC and investors, with the detailed results provided in an accompanying press release.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release issued by AMETEK, Inc. on January 30, 2009, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should consult this press release for specific revenue, profit, and other financial performance data.

This report covers the financial results for the fourth quarter and the entire fiscal year ended December 31, 2008.

This specific 8-K filing, as described, primarily focuses on reporting financial results. While the accompanying press release may contain management commentary on the results and outlook, the 8-K form itself is limited to announcing the results and furnishing the press release as an exhibit.