8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

DANAHER CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 19, 2006)

Filed October 19, 2006For Securities:DHR

Summary

Danaher Corporation (DHR) filed an 8-K on October 19, 2006, to report its financial results for the third quarter and the first nine months of fiscal year 2006, which concluded on September 29, 2006. The company announced record results for the period, indicating a strong performance and continued growth. Investors should note that this filing primarily serves to furnish a press release detailing these earnings, which is incorporated by reference. The information provided is intended to update stakeholders on the company's operational and financial condition.

Key Highlights

  • 1Danaher Corporation reported record results for the third quarter and the first nine months of fiscal year 2006.
  • 2The reporting period ended on September 29, 2006.
  • 3The 8-K filing's primary purpose is to announce and provide details of these quarterly and year-to-date earnings.
  • 4A press release titled 'Danaher Announces Record Third Quarter Results' (Exhibit 99.1) is attached and incorporated by reference.
  • 5The filing is made under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, pertaining to Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
  • 6This information is furnished and not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, unless expressly incorporated into a filing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to report Danaher Corporation's financial results for the third quarter and the first nine months of fiscal year 2006, which ended on September 29, 2006. It includes a press release announcing these record results.

This 8-K filing does not contain the specific financial metrics or detailed results within the report itself. However, it announces that Danaher achieved 'record third quarter results.' Investors would need to refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed figures.

The reporting period for these results ended on September 29, 2006.

The information furnished in this 8-K and its attached press release is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it incorporated by reference into any other filing under the Securities Act or the Exchange Act, unless specifically stated otherwise in a future filing.