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DANAHER CORP /DE/ 8-K Report (Apr 1, 2003)

Filed April 1, 2003For Securities:DHR

Summary

Danaher Corporation (DHR) filed a Current Report on Form 8-K on April 1, 2003, to furnish its 2002 Annual Report to Shareholders as an exhibit. This filing primarily serves as a notification to the SEC and investors regarding the availability of the comprehensive 2002 annual report. While the 8-K itself does not contain new financial statements or detailed operational updates, its purpose is to make the detailed annual report accessible, which is the primary source of information regarding Danaher's performance, strategic initiatives, and financial condition for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2002. Investors should refer to the furnished 2002 Annual Report (Exhibit 99.1) for in-depth analysis of Danaher's financial results, business segment performance, management's discussion and analysis, and forward-looking statements. The 8-K filing itself is a procedural step to incorporate this crucial document into the public record, signaling the official release and availability of the company's audited financial performance and strategic overview for the prior year.

Key Highlights

  • 1Danaher Corporation filed an 8-K on April 1, 2003.
  • 2The primary purpose of the filing was to furnish the Danaher Corporation 2002 Annual Report to Shareholders.
  • 3The 2002 Annual Report is provided as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
  • 4This filing indicates the official release and availability of the company's audited financial and operational results for the year ended December 31, 2002.
  • 5The 8-K itself does not contain new financial data but references the detailed annual report for such information.
  • 6Patrick W. Allender, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially furnish Danaher Corporation's 2002 Annual Report to Shareholders to the SEC. It makes the detailed annual report publicly available as an exhibit.

Detailed financial information for Danaher for the fiscal year 2002 can be found in the 'Danaher Corporation 2002 Annual Report to Shareholders', which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

No, this 8-K filing does not contain new financial results or management commentary. It primarily serves as a procedural notification and incorporates the already-prepared 2002 Annual Report by reference.

Patrick W. Allender is the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Secretary of Danaher Corporation. He signed this 8-K report on behalf of the company, attesting to its accuracy and compliance with SEC regulations.