danaher 08_2Q_Preso

Danaher Corporation reported financial results for the second quarter of 2008. Revenue increased 25% to $6.3 billion compared to the second quarter of 2007, with core revenue growth of 5.5%. Adjusted diluted EPS increased 17% to $1.92 compared to the prior year. Operating margins declined 130 basis points to 15.5% due to businesses owned for less than one year and acquisition-related charges. The company provided guidance for continued growth in revenue and earnings for the full year 2008.