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DANAHER CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 30, 2024)

Filed January 30, 2024For Securities:DHR

Summary

Danaher Corporation filed an 8-K on January 30, 2024, to announce its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2023. The filing primarily comprises a press release detailing these results, which investors should review for a comprehensive understanding of the company's performance. This report serves as notification of the release of the financial information and does not represent a material event beyond the earnings announcement itself. Investors interested in Danaher's performance for the fourth quarter and full year 2023 should refer to the furnished press release (Exhibit 99.1). While this 8-K does not contain a deep dive into the financial metrics, it officially flags the availability of the earnings report. The information is furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it doesn't automatically become part of the company's official SEC filings unless specifically incorporated by reference.

Key Highlights

  • 1Danaher Corporation announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.
  • 2The 8-K filing includes a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the detailed financial results.
  • 3This report is being furnished under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, related to earnings releases.
  • 4The information furnished is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 5Investors should consult the provided press release for specific financial performance data and commentary.
  • 6The filing also includes the cover page in Inline XBRL format (Exhibit 104).

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 fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023, through an attached press release.

The detailed financial results are available in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. You should review this press release for specific figures and management's commentary on performance.

No, the financial results information furnished through the press release in this 8-K is not considered 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, unless specifically incorporated by reference into another SEC filing.

'Furnished herewith' means the document (the press release in this case) is being provided to the SEC along with the 8-K filing, but it does not carry the same legal implications as 'filed' information. It is primarily for public disclosure and investor information.