8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

ECOLAB INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 11, 2010)

Filed February 11, 2010For Securities:ECL

Summary

Ecolab Inc. (ECL) filed a Form 8-K on February 11, 2010, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2009. The filing primarily serves to incorporate by reference the press release announcing these results, which was also issued on February 11, 2010. Investors should refer to the press release for detailed financial performance information, including earnings per share, revenue, and any commentary on business trends or outlook provided by the company for the period. The press release, attached as an exhibit, is the key document for understanding Ecolab's performance during the reported periods. This 8-K filing itself does not contain the detailed financial figures but directs investors to the accompanying news release, which is also available on Ecolab's corporate website. The filing highlights the company's adherence to reporting obligations regarding its financial condition and results of operations.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ecolab Inc. (ECL) filed an 8-K on February 11, 2010, to report Q4 and full-year 2009 financial results.
  • 2The primary purpose of the filing is to announce earnings and financial condition.
  • 3The detailed financial results are provided in a press release attached as Exhibit (99).
  • 4The press release is incorporated by reference into the 8-K filing.
  • 5Investors are directed to the press release for specific financial performance details.
  • 6The press release will also be available on Ecolab's website (www.ecolab.com).
  • 7This filing serves as an update on the company's operational and financial performance for the specified periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to report Ecolab Inc.'s financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2009, as required by the SEC. It formally announces the company's earnings and financial condition for the period.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release issued by Ecolab on February 11, 2010, which is attached as Exhibit (99) to this 8-K filing. The press release is also published on Ecolab's website at www.ecolab.com.

No, the 8-K filing itself does not contain the specific financial numbers. It serves as a notification and incorporates by reference the press release that contains the detailed financial information and commentary on the results.

Exhibit (99) is the Ecolab Inc. News Release dated February 11, 2010. In this context, it is the document that contains the actual earnings announcement and financial details, and it is being furnished as part of the 8-K filing.