Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by Emerson Electric Co. on November 12, 2004, reporting an event that occurred on November 5, 2004. The filing pertains to corporate governance changes regarding the Board of Directors.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is a current event disclosure and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
The material change reported is the resignation of a director:
- Edward E. Whitacre, Jr. submitted his resignation as a member of the Board of Directors.
- The resignation is effective December 31, 2004.
- At the time of resignation, Mr. Whitacre served on the Board's Executive Committee and was Chairman of the Board's Public Policy Committee.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide a clear value for financial guidance, outlook, management commentary on operations, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The document is limited to the announcement of the director's departure.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Confirm the effective date of Edward E. Whitacre, Jr.'s resignation (December 31, 2004).
- Verify if a replacement director has been nominated or elected to fill the vacancy.
- Review subsequent filings to determine the impact of this departure on the Board's Executive Committee and Public Policy Committee composition.