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DANAHER CORP /DE/ 8-K Report (Jul 22, 2004)

Filed July 22, 2004For Securities:DHR

Summary

Danaher Corporation filed an 8-K report on July 22, 2004, to announce its financial results for the quarter ended July 2, 2004. The primary purpose of this filing is to furnish the accompanying press release detailing these earnings. This report is being provided in accordance with Item 12 of Form 8-K, which covers results of operations and financial condition. Investors should note that while this report provides the earnings announcement, it is furnished and not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This distinction is important for legal and regulatory purposes, meaning it doesn't carry the same implications as a formally filed document regarding liability for misstatements or omissions. The press release itself, incorporated by reference, will contain the specific financial figures and operational highlights for the quarter.

Key Highlights

  • 1Danaher Corporation filed an 8-K on July 22, 2004.
  • 2The filing announces the company's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended July 2, 2004.
  • 3The press release containing the earnings information is furnished as an exhibit (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 4This report is filed under Item 12: Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
  • 5The furnished information is incorporated by reference into the report.
  • 6The report clarifies that the information is furnished, not 'filed' for Section 18 purposes of the Exchange Act.
  • 7This filing provides an update on Danaher's operational and financial performance for the specified quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce and provide access to Danaher Corporation's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended July 2, 2004, through an accompanying press release.

The specific earnings figures and detailed financial information are contained within the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that is furnished with this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

No, this 8-K filing is related to reporting financial results and is not indicative of a new stock listing or trading status. Danaher Corporation (DHR) is an established publicly traded company.

The distinction is important for legal liability. Information 'furnished' under Item 12, like this press release, is not subject to the same liability provisions under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as information that is formally 'filed' with the SEC.