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AMEREN CORP 8-K Report (Jan 22, 2003)

Filed January 22, 2003For Securities:AEE

Summary

Ameren Corporation (AEE) filed an 8-K on January 22, 2003, to report significant progress on its proposed acquisition of CILCORP Inc. from The AES Corporation. The U.S. Department of Justice has completed its review under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act, clearing a major regulatory hurdle. This marks substantial progress towards the transaction's closing, which is anticipated for early in the first quarter of 2003. Investors should note that this acquisition is moving forward as planned, with only the Securities and Exchange Commission's approval still pending. The Illinois Commerce Commission and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission have already granted their approvals. This news suggests that the integration of CILCORP is on track, which could lead to the realization of anticipated synergies and expanded operational footprint for Ameren.

Key Highlights

  • 1U.S. Department of Justice has completed its review of Ameren's proposed acquisition of CILCORP Inc.
  • 2Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act review has concluded without objections.
  • 3Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) have already approved the transaction.
  • 4The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is the only remaining regulatory body requiring approval.
  • 5Transaction closing is expected early in the first quarter of 2003.
  • 6The acquisition of CILCORP was initially announced on April 29, 2002.
  • 7CILCORP's largest subsidiary, CILCO, serves a significant number of electric and natural gas customers.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary update is that the U.S. Department of Justice has completed its antitrust review of Ameren's proposed acquisition of CILCORP Inc. under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act. This clears a significant regulatory hurdle.

With the Department of Justice review complete, the only remaining regulatory approval required is from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The Illinois Commerce Commission and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission have already granted their approvals.

The press release indicates that the transaction is expected to close early in the first quarter of 2003.

This acquisition is expected to expand Ameren's operational footprint and customer base. The successful completion of regulatory approvals suggests the company is on track to realize potential synergies and integrate CILCORP's operations, which could enhance its overall business and financial performance.