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DANAHER CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 31, 2012)

Filed January 31, 2012For Securities:DHR

Summary

Danaher Corporation (DHR) filed a Form 8-K on January 31, 2012, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2011. The filing includes a press release announcing what the company describes as "Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2011 Results." Investors should note that this 8-K primarily serves to furnish this press release, and the information contained within is not considered "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, unless specifically incorporated by reference in another filing. The key takeaway for investors is that Danaher presented its 2011 performance as strong, highlighting record results for both the final quarter and the full year. While the 8-K itself doesn't provide the detailed financial figures, it directs investors to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the specific performance metrics and operational highlights that led to these record results. Interested parties should review Exhibit 99.1 for in-depth information on revenue, earnings, and any segment-specific achievements.

Key Highlights

  • 1Danaher Corporation (DHR) filed an 8-K on January 31, 2012, to report financial results.
  • 2The report covers the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2011.
  • 3The core of the filing is a press release announcing "Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2011 Results."
  • 4Exhibit 99.1, a press release titled 'Danaher Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2011 Results,' is furnished with the filing.
  • 5The information provided in the 8-K is furnished, not filed, per Item 2.02 of Form 8-K.
  • 6Investors are directed to the press release for detailed financial performance metrics and operational data.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this Form 8-K filing by Danaher Corporation is to officially report its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year ended December 31, 2011, by furnishing a press release that details these results.

The detailed financial results are located in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing. The title of the press release is 'Danaher Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2011 Results.'

No, according to Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, the financial information and the press release furnished with this report are considered 'furnished,' not 'filed.' This means they are not subject to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, unless Danaher specifically incorporates them by reference into another SEC filing.

This statement suggests that Danaher achieved its highest performance metrics, likely in terms of revenue and/or profit, for both the final quarter of 2011 and the entire fiscal year, compared to previous periods. Investors would need to examine the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific figures and context to understand the magnitude and drivers of these record results.