What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce Amphenol Corporation's second quarterly dividend for 2007, which is $0.015 per share of Common Stock.

When will shareholders receive this dividend?

This filing announces the declaration of the dividend. Specific payment dates are typically detailed in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) or subsequent company communications, which are not fully provided in the excerpt.

What does the declaration of a dividend typically indicate about a company?

The declaration of a dividend often indicates that the company is profitable and generating sufficient cash flow to distribute a portion of its earnings to shareholders. It can also signal management's confidence in the company's ongoing financial performance and stability.

Is this filing related to any major financial events or performance updates?

No, this particular filing (Item 8.01 and Item 9.01) is solely focused on the declaration of the quarterly dividend. It does not appear to contain updates on financial results, acquisitions, or other significant operational events.

APH 8-K SEC Disclosure — Apr 27, 2007

Summary

Amphenol Corporation filed a Current Report (Form 8-K) on April 27, 2007, to announce its second quarterly dividend for 2007. The dividend payment is set at $0.015 per share of Common Stock. This announcement provides a direct return of capital to shareholders, signaling the company's financial health and its commitment to returning value. While this filing is primarily administrative, the declaration of a dividend is a key indicator for investors regarding the company's profitability and its confidence in future earnings. Investors can use this information to assess the income component of their investment in Amphenol Corporation.

Key Highlights

1Announcement of the second quarterly dividend for 2007.
2The dividend amount is set at $0.015 per share of Common Stock.
3The filing date was April 27, 2007, with the event date being April 26, 2007.
4The press release announcing the dividend is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
5The filing was made pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
6Diana G. Reardon, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

AMPHENOL CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Apr 27, 2007)

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