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

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce Parker-Hannifin Corporation's earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2009, and to provide investors with access to the detailed financial results and related commentary through an accompanying press release and webcast presentation.

Where can I find the detailed financial results for the quarter?

The detailed financial results and commentary are not included directly in the 8-K filing itself. Investors should refer to Exhibit 99.1 (the press release issued April 16, 2009) and Exhibit 99.2 (the webcast presentation) filed with this report for comprehensive information.

Why does the company mention sales growth excluding acquisitions and foreign currency?

The company mentions excluding the effects of acquisitions and foreign currency exchange rates to provide investors with a clearer view of the underlying operational performance and organic sales trends. This "comparable basis" allows for a more meaningful assessment of how the core business is performing from one period to the next, without distortion from external factors or M&A activity.

What specific financial information is expected in the press release and webcast?

While the 8-K doesn't detail all specifics, it indicates that the press release and webcast will cover the company's results of operations and financial condition for the quarter ended March 31, 2009. This typically includes revenue, earnings per share, and other key financial metrics, along with management's discussion of performance and outlook.

PH 8-K: Earnings & Results & Regulation FD

Summary

Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH) filed an 8-K on April 16, 2009, to announce its earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2009. This filing primarily directs investors to a press release (Exhibit 99.1) and a webcast presentation (Exhibit 99.2) for detailed financial results and operational insights. The company is providing these disclosures under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure). The furnished materials will offer information on the company's financial performance, including sales figures that may be presented both on a reported basis and on a comparable basis, excluding the impact of acquisitions and foreign currency fluctuations. Investors are encouraged to review these exhibits for a comprehensive understanding of the company's performance during the reported quarter.

Key Highlights

1Parker-Hannifin announced its quarterly earnings for the period ending March 31, 2009, via an 8-K filing.
2The filing references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) and a webcast presentation (Exhibit 99.2) containing the detailed financial results.
3The disclosure is made under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure).
4The press release and webcast are expected to provide information on sales performance.
5A key detail mentioned is the presentation of sales growth excluding the effects of acquisitions and foreign currency exchange rates.
6This exclusion is intended to allow for a more meaningful evaluation of period-over-period sales changes on a comparable basis.
7Timothy K. Pistell, Executive Vice President - Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Parker-Hannifin Corp 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 16, 2009)

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