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AMEREN CORP 8-K Report (Feb 14, 2002)

Filed February 14, 2002For Securities:AEE

Summary

Ameren Corporation (AEE) filed a Form 8-K on February 14, 2002, primarily to disclose its consolidated financial statements and Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) for the periods ending December 31, 2001. This filing provides investors with audited financial data and management's perspective on the company's financial condition and operational results. The included consolidated financial statements cover the years ended December 31, 2001, 2000, and for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2001. The report also includes the independent auditor's report from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, offering assurance on the financial reporting. Investors should review the detailed financial statements and the MD&A to understand Ameren's performance, key financial trends, and management's outlook. The MD&A is particularly important as it explains the significant factors influencing the company's financial results and its financial position, providing context beyond the raw numbers. This filing is a standard, albeit critical, disclosure for shareholders to assess the company's financial health and strategic direction.

Key Highlights

  • 1Disclosure of audited consolidated financial statements as of December 31, 2001 and 2000.
  • 2Inclusion of financial results for each of the three years ending December 31, 2001.
  • 3Filing of Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
  • 4Independent audit report from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP included.
  • 5The filing serves as a comprehensive update on the company's financial performance and position for the period.
  • 6Regulation FD disclosure is referenced, indicating potential market-moving information might be discussed within the MD&A.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally disclose Ameren Corporation's audited consolidated financial statements for the fiscal years ending December 31, 2001 and 2000, as well as for the preceding three-year period. It also includes the Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) and the independent auditor's report.

Detailed financial performance information is primarily available within the consolidated financial statements and the Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, which are filed as exhibits to this 8-K report.

Ameren's consolidated financial statements were audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, an independent accounting firm.

The MD&A provides management's perspective on the company's financial condition and results of operations. It explains the reasons behind financial changes, discusses trends, and offers insights into the company's performance and future outlook, which is crucial context for investors analyzing the financial statements.