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

The primary purpose of this 8-K/A filing is to provide investors with the company's earnings press release for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021. The press release, dated April 30, 2021, is attached as an exhibit.

Where can I find the detailed financial results for Q1 2021?

The detailed financial results and operational commentary for the quarter ended March 31, 2021, are located in the press release attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K/A filing.

Does this filing contain new financial data not available in the press release?

No, this 8-K/A filing does not introduce new financial data beyond what is presented in the earnings press release. It serves to officially incorporate that press release into the company's SEC filings.

Is the information in this filing considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act?

No, the information furnished under Item 2.02 of this Current Report is being furnished and shall not be deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section.

CL 8-K: Earnings & Results

Summary

Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) filed an 8-K/A on April 29, 2021, primarily to incorporate by reference a press release dated April 30, 2021, announcing its earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. Investors should review the attached press release (Exhibit 99) for detailed financial performance and operational updates for the first quarter of 2021. The filing itself does not contain new substantive financial details beyond directing readers to the press release.

Key Highlights

1Colgate-Palmolive filed an 8-K/A to include its Q1 2021 earnings press release.
2The press release, dated April 30, 2021, contains the company's financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2021.
3The information furnished under Item 2.02 is not considered 'filed' for certain regulatory purposes.
4The filing incorporates the press release by reference, making it a key document for understanding Q1 2021 performance.
5Exhibit 99 contains the full text of the earnings press release.

COLGATE PALMOLIVE CO 8-K/A Report, Financial Results (Apr 30, 2021)

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