What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.'s fourth quarter and full-year financial results for 2004 and to notify investors about an upcoming conference call to discuss these results.

Where can I find the detailed financial results?

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release issued on March 1, 2005, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

When will management discuss the 2004 financial results?

Marsh & McLennan's Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer will lead a conference call to discuss the fourth quarter and year-end results at 10:00 AM Eastern Time on March 1, 2005.

Does this filing contain any new business strategies or significant operational changes?

This specific 8-K filing is primarily focused on reporting financial results and announcing a conference call. For details on business strategies or operational changes, investors would need to consult the content of the press release or listen to the conference call.

MRSH/MMC 8-K: Earnings & Results

Summary

Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MRSH) filed a Form 8-K on March 1, 2005, to announce its fourth quarter and full-year 2004 financial results. The report primarily serves to furnish the press release detailing these results and to inform investors about an upcoming conference call where the CEO and CFO will discuss the company's performance. Investors should refer to the attached press release for specific financial figures and management's commentary on the company's operational and financial condition for the periods ended December 31, 2004.

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1Announcement of Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2004 Financial Results
2Filing includes a press release detailing the company's financial performance for the periods ending December 31, 2004
3CEO and CFO to host a conference call on March 1, 2005, at 10:00 AM ET to discuss results
4The 8-K filing is primarily informational, incorporating the press release by reference
5No new material financial information is presented directly within the 8-K itself, other than the announcement of the results and conference call

MARSH & MCLENNAN COMPANIES, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Mar 1, 2005)

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