Summary
Ecolab Inc. (ECL) filed an 8-K on October 26, 2010, to announce its third-quarter financial results for the period ended September 30, 2010. The filing primarily serves to incorporate by reference a news release detailing these earnings. While the 8-K itself does not contain the specific financial figures, it signals the company's public disclosure of its quarterly performance. Investors reviewing this filing should note that the detailed financial information, including revenue, net income, and earnings per share for the third quarter of 2010, is available in the accompanying news release, which is attached as an exhibit. The company also indicated that this news release would be made available on its corporate website. This report underscores the importance of reviewing the referenced exhibit for a comprehensive understanding of Ecolab's operational and financial condition during that period.
Key Highlights
- 1Ecolab Inc. (ECL) filed an 8-K on October 26, 2010.
- 2The filing announced the company's third-quarter earnings for the period ending September 30, 2010.
- 3The primary purpose of the 8-K is to furnish a news release containing the company's financial results.
- 4The news release is incorporated by reference and attached as Exhibit 99.
- 5Ecolab stated the news release would also be published on its website (www.ecolab.com).
- 6The filing is made under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 9.01 (Financial Statements and Exhibits).
- 7The information furnished under Item 2.02 is not deemed 'filed' under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.