Summary
Danaher Corporation (DHR) filed an 8-K on July 18, 2013, to report its financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2013, ending June 28, 2013. The press release, furnished as Exhibit 99.1, indicates that the company achieved record results for the second quarter. Investors should note that this information is furnished under Item 2.02 and is not considered "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, unless expressly incorporated by reference into a future filing.
Key Highlights
- 1Danaher Corporation released its second quarter and first half 2013 financial results on July 18, 2013.
- 2The press release accompanying the 8-K reported record results for the second quarter of 2013.
- 3The filing pertains to the financial period ending June 28, 2013.
- 4The press release itself is provided as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
- 5This disclosure is made under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, focusing on Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
- 6The information furnished is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 unless explicitly incorporated into a registration statement or other filing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce and provide Danaher Corporation's financial results for the second quarter and the first half of 2013. The details of these results are presented in an accompanying press release.
The press release, as indicated by its title 'Danaher Reports Record Second Quarter 2013 Results,' suggests that the company reported strong, record-breaking performance for the second quarter of 2013.
When information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02, it means the company is providing the information to the SEC but is not subject to the same liabilities under Section 18 of the Exchange Act as if it were 'filed.' This is a common practice for earnings releases, but investors should be aware that unless specifically incorporated into a formal filing, this information does not carry the same legal weight.