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THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 31, 2013)

Filed January 31, 2013For Securities:TMO

Summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (TMO) filed an 8-K on January 31, 2013, to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended December 31, 2012. This filing primarily serves as a conduit for the press release containing these results, which investors should review for detailed financial performance. The company is informing the market of its operational and financial standing as of the end of the 2012 fiscal year. While the 8-K itself does not contain the specific financial figures, it directs investors to Exhibit 99.1, the press release, for the comprehensive data. This includes key metrics such as revenue, earnings per share, and any forward-looking guidance or significant business updates. Investors are advised to consult the attached press release for a thorough understanding of TMO's performance and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO) announced its fourth quarter and full year 2012 financial results.
  • 2The announcement was made via a press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.
  • 3The filing date for the 8-K was January 31, 2013.
  • 4The 8-K's primary purpose is to furnish the financial results press release to the SEC.
  • 5Investors need to refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific financial performance details.
  • 6Information furnished in this 8-K is not considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act unless specifically referenced in other filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce and furnish Thermo Fisher Scientific's financial results for the fiscal quarter and year ended December 31, 2012, through an attached press release.

The actual financial results are detailed in the press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K. Investors should refer to this exhibit for specific revenue, earnings, and other financial performance data.

No, the information contained in this 8-K, including the press release, is considered 'furnished' and not 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, unless it is expressly incorporated by reference into a specific SEC filing.