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COLGATE PALMOLIVE CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 30, 2008)

Filed April 30, 2008For Securities:CL

Summary

Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) filed an 8-K on April 30, 2008, to report its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2008. The primary purpose of this filing is to incorporate by reference the earnings press release issued by the company on the same date. This report serves as official notification to investors and the market of the company's performance during the first quarter of 2008. While the 8-K itself does not contain detailed financial figures, it directs stakeholders to the attached press release (Exhibit 99) for comprehensive information regarding revenue, profitability, and other key operational metrics. Investors should consult this press release for an understanding of the company's financial condition and results of operations for the period.

Key Highlights

  • 1Colgate-Palmolive filed an 8-K on April 30, 2008, reporting on its financial results.
  • 2The filing pertains to the company's performance for the quarter ended March 31, 2008.
  • 3The press release announcing these quarterly results is attached as Exhibit 99 and incorporated by reference.
  • 4This 8-K serves to formally disclose the company's operational and financial condition for the period.
  • 5The information furnished in this report is not deemed 'filed' for certain SEC liabilities, but it is material for investor awareness.
  • 6Stephen C. Patrick, Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Colgate-Palmolive's earnings results for the quarter ended March 31, 2008, through the incorporation of its earnings press release.

The detailed financial results are contained in the press release dated April 30, 2008, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

No, this 8-K filing itself does not contain new financial data; it primarily serves to include the previously issued press release by reference, which holds the detailed financial information for the quarter.

This statement means that while the information is being publicly disclosed and is material for investors, it is not subject to the same liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as if it were formally 'filed' with the SEC. However, it is still crucial for investors to review the incorporated press release for performance details.