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

The main purpose of this filing is to announce an amendment to Parker-Hannifin's Supplemental Executive Retirement Benefits Program. Specifically, it changes the methodology for calculating lump sum distributions for executive retirements occurring on or after January 1, 2011.

How does the change in the discount rate calculation affect executive retirement benefits?

The change shifts the calculation for lump sum payouts from a single discount rate to a 5-year average discount rate. This could lead to a different lump sum amount compared to the previous method, depending on the fluctuation of interest rates over those five years. It aims to create a more stable calculation basis.

Does this change impact current employees or retirees?

No, this amendment is specifically for retirements on or after January 1, 2011. It does not affect current retirees or employees who retire before this effective date.

What is the financial impact of this change on Parker-Hannifin?

The immediate financial impact is not explicitly detailed in this 8-K. However, changes in retirement benefit calculations can affect the company's future pension obligations and how they are funded and reported on its balance sheet and income statement. A 5-year average discount rate might lead to more stable, though potentially different, funding requirements over time compared to a single, potentially volatile, rate.

PH 8-K: Leadership Changes

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Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH) filed an 8-K on April 20, 2010, reporting an amendment to its Supplemental Executive Retirement Benefits Program. Effective for retirements on or after January 1, 2011, the program's lump sum distribution calculations will now use a 5-year average discount rate, replacing the previous methodology. This change primarily affects how the company will calculate and fund future executive retirement payouts. While not a direct operational or financial performance update, it signals a modification in the company's long-term compensation and liability structure for its executive team. Investors should note this change in executive compensation policy and its potential impact on future financial reporting related to pension and retirement obligations.

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1Amendment to Supplemental Executive Retirement Benefits Program approved by the Board of Directors on April 15, 2010.
2Change applies to lump sum distributions for retirements on or after January 1, 2011.
3The calculation of lump sum distributions will now use a 5-year average discount rate.
4This is a modification to how executive retirement benefits are funded and calculated.
5The amendment is effective for future retirements, not impacting current retirees or those retiring before the effective date.
6Filed as an 8-K by Parker-Hannifin Corporation on April 20, 2010.

Parker-Hannifin Corp 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Apr 21, 2010)

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