Danaher Appoints New General Counsel, Details Senior Notes
Ticker: DHR · Form: 8-K · Filed: Jun 20, 2024 · CIK: 313616
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Danaher Corp /De/ (DHR) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Jun 20, 2024 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 3 |
| Reading Time | 3 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $0.01 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: executive-appointment, debt, legal
Related Tickers: CTLT
TL;DR
Danaher gets a new top lawyer, and their debt is laid out for years to come.
AI Summary
Danaher Corporation (DHR) announced on June 16, 2024, the appointment of Michael C. Harrington as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary, effective June 20, 2024. Harrington previously served as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary of Catalent, Inc. The filing also details various senior notes due in the coming years, including those due in 2026, 2027, 2028, 2030, 2031, 2039, and 2049.
Why It Matters
The appointment of a new General Counsel can signal strategic shifts or a focus on legal and compliance matters within the company. The details on senior notes provide insight into the company's debt structure and maturity profile.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — This filing primarily concerns executive appointments and debt instrument details, which are standard corporate disclosures and do not present immediate high risks.
Key Numbers
- 20240620 — Effective Date (Effective date of Michael C. Harrington's appointment)
Key Players & Entities
- Danaher Corporation (company) — Filer
- Michael C. Harrington (person) — Appointed Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary
- Catalent, Inc. (company) — Previous employer of Michael C. Harrington
- 2026 (date) — Maturity year for senior notes
- 2027 (date) — Maturity year for senior notes
- 2028 (date) — Maturity year for senior notes
- 2030 (date) — Maturity year for senior notes
- 2031 (date) — Maturity year for senior notes
- 2039 (date) — Maturity year for senior notes
- 2049 (date) — Maturity year for senior notes
FAQ
Who has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary of Danaher Corporation?
Michael C. Harrington has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary of Danaher Corporation.
When is Michael C. Harrington's appointment effective?
Michael C. Harrington's appointment is effective June 20, 2024.
What was Michael C. Harrington's previous role?
Michael C. Harrington previously served as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary of Catalent, Inc.
What types of financial instruments are mentioned in the filing regarding Danaher's debt?
The filing mentions various senior notes with maturity dates in 2026, 2027, 2028, 2030, 2031, 2039, and 2049.
What is Danaher Corporation's Standard Industrial Classification code?
Danaher Corporation's Standard Industrial Classification code is 3823, for Industrial Instruments for Measurement, Display, and Control.
Filing Stats: 758 words · 3 min read · ~3 pages · Grade level 11 · Accepted 2024-06-20 08:03:23
Key Financial Figures
- $0.01 — ange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value DHR New York Stock Exchange
Filing Documents
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01 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS
ITEM 9.01 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS (c) Exhibits: Exhibit No. Description 10.1 Transition Agreement by and between Danaher Corporation and Joakim Weidemanis, dated as of June 16, 2024 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as inline XBRL with applicable taxonomy extension information contained in Exhibits 101)
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. DANAHER CORPORATION Date: June 20, 2024 By: /s/ James F. O'Reilly James F. O'Reilly Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Secretary