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DANAHER CORP /DE/ 8-K Report (Jan 29, 2004)

Filed January 29, 2004For Securities:DHR

Summary

Danaher Corporation (DHR) filed an 8-K on January 29, 2004, to report on its financial results for the year and quarter ended December 31, 2003. This filing primarily serves to furnish a press release announcing these results, making the information publicly available to investors. The press release, incorporated by reference, contains the key financial performance data for the period. Investors should note that while this 8-K officially announces the earnings, the detailed financial performance figures and management's commentary are contained within the furnished press release (Exhibit 99.1). The filing itself is procedural, ensuring the market has access to the latest company performance metrics. The information provided herein is crucial for understanding Danaher's recent operational success and financial standing as of year-end 2003.

Key Highlights

  • 1Danaher Corporation (DHR) announced its financial results for the year and quarter ended December 31, 2003, via an 8-K filing.
  • 2The 8-K filing includes a press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains the detailed earnings announcement.
  • 3This filing is a disclosure of the company's operational and financial condition for the period.
  • 4The information is furnished pursuant to Item 12 of Form 8-K, related to results of operations and financial condition.
  • 5The filing makes the earnings information officially available to the public and the market.
  • 6Key financial metrics and performance insights are expected to be found within the referenced press release.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report Danaher Corporation's financial results for the year and quarter ended December 31, 2003, by furnishing a press release that contains these details.

The actual financial results, including earnings per share, revenue figures, and management's commentary, are contained within the press release that is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference into this 8-K filing.

When information is 'furnished' under Item 12 of Form 8-K (as this press release is), it generally means it is being made available to the public but is not subject to the same liability provisions as information that is formally 'filed' under other sections of the Exchange Act. It also means it won't automatically be incorporated into future SEC filings unless explicitly referenced.

These financial results cover the full year and the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2003.