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DANAHER CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 23, 2009)

Filed April 23, 2009For Securities:DHR

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by Danaher Corporation (DHR) on April 23, 2009, announces their financial results for the first quarter ended April 3, 2009. The report primarily serves to furnish a press release detailing these results, which is attached as an exhibit. Investors should review the press release for specific financial performance metrics, including revenue, earnings, and any segment-specific performance, as this 8-K acts as a notification and gateway to that crucial information. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial figures, its purpose is to formally report the company's Q1 2009 performance to the market. Investors will be interested in understanding how Danaher navigated the economic environment of early 2009, particularly in relation to any forward-looking statements or guidance provided in the accompanying press release. The filing underscores the company's commitment to timely disclosure of material financial information.

Key Highlights

  • 1Danaher Corporation filed an 8-K report on April 23, 2009.
  • 2The report announces the company's financial results for the first quarter ended April 3, 2009.
  • 3The primary purpose of the filing is to furnish a press release with the Q1 2009 financial results.
  • 4Exhibit 99.1 contains the press release titled 'Danaher Reports First Quarter 2009 Results'.
  • 5This filing is made pursuant to Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, concerning Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
  • 6The information furnished is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act unless expressly incorporated by reference in a filing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and provide access to Danaher Corporation's financial results for the first quarter ended April 3, 2009, through an accompanying press release.

The actual financial results are detailed in the press release titled 'Danaher Reports First Quarter 2009 Results', which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

No, this specific 8-K filing (Item 2.02) primarily serves as a notification and furnishes a press release. The detailed financial statements and figures are expected to be found within that press release (Exhibit 99.1).

Danaher Corporation issued the press release announcing their first quarter 2009 results on April 21, 2009, and the 8-K filing reporting this event was made on April 23, 2009.