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QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 21, 2009)

Filed April 21, 2009For Securities:DGX

Summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX) filed an 8-K on April 21, 2009, to announce its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2009. The filing primarily incorporates by reference a press release that details the company's performance during the first quarter of 2009. Investors should refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific financial figures and operational commentary. While this 8-K does not provide detailed financial tables within the filing itself, it serves as a notification that Quest Diagnostics has publicly disclosed its quarterly earnings. The attached press release is the key document for understanding the company's financial condition and operational results for the period, including any revenue, profitability, or other key performance indicators that were shared with the market.

Key Highlights

  • 1Quest Diagnostics (DGX) filed an 8-K on April 21, 2009.
  • 2The filing announces the company's financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2009.
  • 3The primary content of the 8-K is a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing the quarterly results.
  • 4This filing is an announcement of earnings and directs investors to the press release for detailed information.
  • 5The Chief Financial Officer, Robert A. Hagemann, signed the filing.
  • 6The report falls under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 9.01 (Financial Statements and Exhibits).

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce Quest Diagnostics' financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009, as disclosed in an accompanying press release.

Detailed financial information for the quarter ended March 31, 2009, is available in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

The report is signed by Robert A. Hagemann, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Quest Diagnostics Incorporated.

This 8-K filing itself does not contain specific financial metrics; it only references a press release where these details would be found. Investors need to consult Exhibit 99.1 for information on revenue, earnings per share, and other key performance indicators.