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COLGATE PALMOLIVE CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 25, 2007)

Filed July 25, 2007For Securities:CL

Summary

Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) filed an 8-K on July 25, 2007, to report its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2007. The core of this filing is the press release announcing these earnings, which is incorporated by reference. Investors seeking detailed financial performance metrics, revenue figures, profit margins, and segment-specific results for the second quarter of 2007 would need to refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99). This 8-K serves as the official notification mechanism for the market regarding the company's operational and financial condition updates. While the 8-K itself is brief and primarily directs readers to the press release, it signifies the company's adherence to timely disclosure requirements. The filing highlights the Chief Financial Officer's authorization, indicating a formal confirmation of the reported information by senior management.

Key Highlights

  • 1Colgate-Palmolive Company filed an 8-K on July 25, 2007.
  • 2The filing reports the earnings for the quarter ended June 30, 2007.
  • 3The press release announcing the Q2 2007 earnings is attached as Exhibit 99.
  • 4The information is furnished and not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 5The filing does not incorporate the information into any registration statements.
  • 6Stephen C. Patrick, Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.
  • 7The principal executive offices are located in New York, NY.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and provide access to Colgate-Palmolive's financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2007, through an attached press release.

The detailed financial results, including revenue, profitability, and other operational metrics for the quarter ended June 30, 2007, are contained in the press release attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing.

No, the information furnished in this 8-K is specifically stated as not being 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it incorporated into any registration statements. This means it carries different legal implications compared to formally filed financial statements.

Stephen C. Patrick is identified as the Chief Financial Officer of Colgate-Palmolive Company. His signature on the 8-K signifies that the information reported has been reviewed and authorized by senior financial management, adding a layer of accountability to the disclosure.