8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

DANAHER CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 20, 2006)

Filed April 20, 2006For Securities:DHR

Summary

Danaher Corporation (DHR) filed an 8-K on April 20, 2006, to report its first-quarter financial results for the period ending March 31, 2006. The company announced record first-quarter results, indicating strong performance and positive momentum. This filing primarily serves to furnish the press release detailing these financial outcomes, which is incorporated by reference. Investors should note that while this report provides crucial earnings information, it is furnished under Item 2.02 and is not deemed "filed" for certain regulatory purposes unless specifically incorporated into other filings. The press release accompanying this 8-K, titled "Danaher Corporation Announces Record First Quarter Results," is the key document for understanding the company's performance. While the 8-K itself is a procedural filing, the attached press release contains the operational and financial details that are most important for investor analysis. Investors are encouraged to review the press release for specific figures related to revenue, net income, and any other relevant financial metrics and commentary provided by management.

Key Highlights

  • 1Danaher Corporation filed a Form 8-K on April 20, 2006.
  • 2The filing reports the company's financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006.
  • 3Danaher announced "record first quarter results" in its press release.
  • 4The press release, furnished as Exhibit 99.1, contains the detailed financial information.
  • 5The information is furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, related to Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
  • 6The furnished information is not considered "filed" for Section 18 of the Exchange Act unless explicitly incorporated into other filings.
  • 7The filing indicates positive financial performance for the first quarter of 2006.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose Danaher Corporation's financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006, as announced in their press release dated April 19, 2006.

The detailed financial information is primarily contained within the press release titled 'Danaher Corporation Announces Record First Quarter Results,' which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

This filing is furnished under Item 2.02. While it makes the financial information public, it is generally not considered 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it automatically incorporated into other SEC filings unless specifically stated by the company in those other filings.

The announcement of 'record first quarter results' suggests that Danaher achieved its highest performance to date for a first quarter, likely indicating strong revenue growth, profitability, or other key financial metrics that exceeded previous benchmarks. Investors should look to the press release for specific figures and management commentary to understand the drivers of this record performance.