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AMEREN CORP 8-K Report, Material Agreement (May 4, 2006)

Filed May 4, 2006For Securities:AEE

Summary

Ameren Corporation (AEE) filed an 8-K on May 4, 2006, primarily to report on two key events. Firstly, shareholders approved the 2006 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan, allowing for the issuance of performance share units to Named Executive Officers. This plan's details were previously disclosed in prior filings and were ratified by shareholder vote. Secondly, the company released its earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006. This earnings release, along with the unaudited consolidated financial statements (Statement of Income, Statement of Cash Flows, and Balance Sheet), were attached as exhibits. Investors should note that while the press release itself is furnished, the unaudited financial statements are deemed filed, making them subject to Section 18 of the Exchange Act.

Key Highlights

  • 1Shareholder approval received for the 2006 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan.
  • 2Performance share units have been issued to Named Executive Officers under the new incentive plan.
  • 3Ameren released its first quarter 2006 earnings on May 4, 2006.
  • 4Unaudited consolidated financial statements for the periods ending March 31, 2006 (and comparative prior periods) are provided.
  • 5The unaudited financial statements are incorporated by reference into Item 8.01 and deemed filed under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 6Previous disclosures regarding the incentive plan and award details were referenced, including specific exhibit numbers from a February 16, 2006 filing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The shareholder approval allows Ameren to formally implement the 2006 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan. This plan enables the company to issue performance share units to its key executives, specifically the CEO and the four other highest-compensated officers. This action signals management's commitment to performance-based compensation.

The details of Ameren's first quarter 2006 earnings and financial condition are provided in the press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 and the unaudited consolidated financial statements (Statement of Income, Cash Flows, and Balance Sheet) filed as Exhibit 99.2 to this Form 8-K. These financial statements are incorporated by reference and deemed filed with the SEC.

Yes, the unaudited consolidated financial statements attached as Exhibit 99.2 are considered 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act and will be incorporated by reference into future filings. However, the press release itself (Exhibit 99.1) is furnished, not filed, meaning it is not subject to the same liability provisions under Section 18.

This particular 8-K filing primarily focuses on the adoption of an executive compensation plan and the release of quarterly financial results. It does not contain strategic updates or forward-looking guidance beyond what is typically presented in earnings releases. For strategic outlook, investors should refer to the content of the earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1) and any accompanying investor presentations, if available.