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AMEREN CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Aug 6, 2009)

Filed August 6, 2009For Securities:AEE

Summary

Ameren Corporation (AEE) filed an 8-K on August 6, 2009, primarily to announce its second-quarter 2009 earnings. The filing includes a press release detailing the company's financial results for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2009. Investors should note that while this information is being disclosed, specific sections, particularly the earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1), are furnished rather than filed, meaning they are not subject to the same liability under Section 18 of the Exchange Act. The report also incorporates unaudited consolidated financial statements as of and for the periods ended June 30, 2009, and comparative periods from 2008. These statements, attached as Exhibit 99.2, provide a deeper look into Ameren's income, cash flows, and balance sheet position. Investors are encouraged to review these exhibits for a comprehensive understanding of the company's financial condition and performance during the second quarter of 2009.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ameren Corporation announced its quarterly earnings for the period ended June 30, 2009, via an 8-K filing on August 6, 2009.
  • 2The filing includes a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing the company's financial results.
  • 3Unaudited consolidated financial statements, including Statements of Income, Cash Flows, and a Balance Sheet, are incorporated as Exhibit 99.2.
  • 4These financial statements provide comparative data for the three and six months ended June 30, 2009, versus the prior year periods (2008).
  • 5The press release (Exhibit 99.1) is furnished, not filed, under Item 2.02, limiting liability under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 6Exhibit 99.2, containing the detailed financial statements, is incorporated under Item 8.01 (Other Events).

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce Ameren Corporation's earnings for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2009, and to provide updated financial statements.

The detailed financial results are primarily found in Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) and Exhibit 99.2 (unaudited consolidated financial statements), which are attached to the 8-K filing.

No, the press release announcing the earnings (Exhibit 99.1) is furnished rather than filed, which means it is not subject to the liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The financial statements (Exhibit 99.2) are incorporated by reference under 'Other Events' and are unaudited.

The financial statements cover the three and six months ended June 30, 2009, with comparative figures for the same periods in 2008. The Balance Sheet is as of June 30, 2009, and December 31, 2008.