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ECOLAB INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 24, 2007)

Filed July 24, 2007For Securities:ECL

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by Ecolab Inc. (ECL) on July 24, 2007, primarily announces the company's financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2007. The key takeaway for investors is the release of this quarterly earnings information, which provides insights into the company's operational performance and financial condition during the period. Investors should refer to the attached News Release, incorporated by reference, for detailed financial data and management's commentary. The filing itself is procedural, directing investors to the News Release for the substantive financial disclosures. The company also indicates that this News Release will be made available on its corporate website, ensuring accessibility for all stakeholders. This report signifies a routine update on the company's performance within its fiscal year.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ecolab Inc. (ECL) filed a Current Report (8-K) on July 24, 2007.
  • 2The report primarily announces the company's second quarter earnings for the period ended June 30, 2007.
  • 3A News Release detailing the second quarter results is attached as Exhibit (99) and incorporated by reference.
  • 4The News Release will also be published on Ecolab's official website (www.ecolab.com).
  • 5This filing is made under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
  • 6The provided exhibit (News Release) is furnished, not deemed 'filed' under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce Ecolab Inc.'s financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2007, as per the requirements of the SEC.

The detailed financial information is contained within the News Release dated July 24, 2007, which is attached as Exhibit (99) to this Form 8-K filing and incorporated by reference. It will also be available on Ecolab's website at www.ecolab.com.

The News Release attached as Exhibit (99) is furnished to the SEC, meaning it is not considered 'filed' for the purposes of liability under Section 18 of the Exchange Act. This is a common distinction for earnings release attachments.

While the 8-K itself does not detail the metrics, the referenced News Release would typically include key financial information such as revenue, net income, earnings per share (EPS), and potentially segment performance, along with management's commentary on the results and outlook.