01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed October 21, 2003. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Ecolab Inc. (ECL) filed an 8-K report on October 21, 2003, to announce its third-quarter financial results for the period ended September 30, 2003.
The primary purpose of this filing was to furnish a news release detailing these results, which is incorporated by reference as an exhibit. This announcement provides investors with timely information regarding the company's performance during the quarter. The company also indicated that this news release, along with supplemental information, would be made available on its investor relations website.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Ecolab Inc. (ECL) reported its third-quarter 2003 earnings on October 21, 2003.
- The filing is an 8-K Current Report, indicating a significant event or update.
- The core information provided is a news release announcing the company's financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2003.
- The news release is furnished as an exhibit (Exhibit 99) to the 8-K filing.
- This information should not be deemed 'filed' under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, but rather furnished.
- Investors can access the news release and supplemental information on Ecolab's investor relations website.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?
The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and provide access to Ecolab Inc.'s third-quarter 2003 earnings results through an attached news release.
When were Ecolab's third-quarter 2003 earnings announced?
Ecolab's third-quarter 2003 earnings were announced on October 21, 2003, as reported in this 8-K filing.
Where can I find the detailed financial results for the third quarter of 2003?
The detailed financial results are contained within the news release attached as Exhibit (99) to this 8-K filing. Additionally, Ecolab stated the news release and supplemental information would be available on their investor relations website.
Does this filing contain newly audited financial statements?
No, this 8-K filing primarily furnishes a news release containing unaudited earnings results for the third quarter. It does not contain newly audited financial statements as typically found in an annual report (10-K).
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