Summary
Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) filed an 8-K report on October 30, 2008, to announce its earnings for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. The report primarily incorporates by reference a press release issued on the same date, which contains the detailed financial results and operational highlights for the period. Investors should refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99) for specifics on the company's performance, including net sales, earnings per share, and any forward-looking statements or guidance provided by management. The key takeaway for investors from this filing is the availability of the official third-quarter earnings announcement. While the 8-K itself is a brief transmittal document, it directs stakeholders to the comprehensive press release for crucial financial data. This includes performance metrics that would inform investment decisions regarding Colgate-Palmolive's financial health, market position, and future outlook during that specific quarter.
Key Highlights
- 18-K filing announces Colgate-Palmolive's third-quarter 2008 earnings results.
- 2The primary content of the filing is a press release (Exhibit 99) dated October 30, 2008.
- 3The press release contains the company's financial performance for the quarter ended September 30, 2008.
- 4Information furnished in this report is not deemed 'filed' for certain liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
- 5The filing does not incorporate the information into future registration statements or other documents per the Securities Act of 1933.
- 6The Chief Financial Officer, Stephen C. Patrick, signed the report.