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DANAHER CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 21, 2011)

Filed April 21, 2011For Securities:DHR

Summary

Danaher Corporation (DHR) filed a Form 8-K on April 21, 2011, to report its financial results for the first quarter ended April 1, 2011. The filing primarily serves to furnish a press release announcing these results, titled "Danaher Reports Record First Quarter 2011 Results." This indicates that the company experienced a strong performance in the initial quarter of 2011, setting new records. Investors should note that while this 8-K announces positive results, the press release itself, and not the 8-K filing, contains the detailed financial figures. The information provided is intended to be informational and is furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K. It is important for investors to review the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific metrics and performance details, as the 8-K itself does not contain the quantitative data but rather points to its release.

Key Highlights

  • 1Danaher Corporation (DHR) reported its Q1 2011 financial results.
  • 2The company announced "Record First Quarter 2011 Results."
  • 3The 8-K filing primarily furnished a press release detailing these results.
  • 4The press release (Exhibit 99.1) is the primary source for financial performance details.
  • 5The filing was made on April 21, 2011, for the quarter ending April 1, 2011.
  • 6This report is furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, regarding Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and furnish Danaher Corporation's financial results for the first quarter of 2011, as detailed in a press release issued on April 21, 2011.

The specific financial numbers and details for the first quarter of 2011 are contained within the press release titled "Danaher Reports Record First Quarter 2011 Results," which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. The 8-K itself serves as a notification and directs investors to that press release.

The press release title, "Danaher Reports Record First Quarter 2011 Results," strongly suggests that the company achieved its best-ever performance for a first quarter, implying it likely met or exceeded expectations. However, specific comparative data against analyst expectations would be found within the press release content.

When information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, it is intended for informational purposes and is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it generally doesn't carry the same legal liability for misstatements or omissions as 'filed' information, nor is it automatically incorporated by reference into registration statements unless expressly stated.