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THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 30, 2014)

Filed January 30, 2014For Securities:TMO

Summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (TMO) announced its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2013, via a press release filed on January 30, 2014. This 8-K filing serves to officially document the release of this earnings information to the public, ensuring investors have access to the company's latest performance metrics. The press release, attached as Exhibit 99.1, contains the detailed financial outcomes for the period, which are crucial for understanding the company's operational and financial standing. While the filing itself does not provide the specific numbers, it directs investors to the accompanying press release for key data points on revenue, earnings per share, and any other relevant financial performance indicators for the fourth quarter of 2013. Investors should review the referenced press release for a comprehensive understanding of TMO's performance and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO) reported fourth quarter and full-year 2013 financial results on January 30, 2014.
  • 2The 8-K filing incorporates by reference the full press release detailing these financial results.
  • 3This filing is an official record of the company's announced earnings for the period ending December 31, 2013.
  • 4Investors are directed to Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) for specific financial data.
  • 5The information is furnished, not filed, for the purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 6This report provides timely disclosure of TMO's recent financial performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Thermo Fisher Scientific's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2013, through an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).

The specific financial results, including revenue, earnings, and other key performance indicators, are detailed in the press release dated January 30, 2014, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K.

No, this 8-K filing itself does not contain new financial statements or operational details. It serves to incorporate by reference the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that contains this information.

When information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02 of an 8-K, it means the press release is being provided to the SEC for public disclosure, but it is not subject to the liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it automatically considered 'filed' for other regulatory purposes unless specifically incorporated into another filing.