Summary
Danaher Corporation (DHR) filed an 8-K on October 18, 2018, to announce its financial results for the third quarter ended September 28, 2018. The accompanying press release, furnished as an exhibit, provides the detailed financial performance for the period. Investors should note that this information is being furnished and not "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it is not subject to the same level of regulatory scrutiny for incorporation into future filings unless specifically referenced. The primary purpose of this filing is to make the Q3 2018 earnings announcement publicly available. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial figures, it directs investors to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for comprehensive insights into Danaher's operational and financial condition during the third quarter. This allows investors to assess the company's recent performance and make informed investment decisions based on the disclosed results.
Key Highlights
- 1Danaher Corporation (DHR) announced its third-quarter 2018 financial results via an 8-K filing on October 18, 2018.
- 2The filing includes a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing the company's financial performance for the quarter ended September 28, 2018.
- 3The press release is furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, related to Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
- 4Information furnished under Item 2.02 is not considered "filed" for the purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, unless expressly incorporated by reference.
- 5Investors are directed to the press release for specific financial data and operational performance metrics.
- 6This filing serves as the official public disclosure of Danaher's Q3 2018 earnings.