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AMEREN CORP 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Sep 15, 2009)

Filed September 15, 2009For Securities:AEE

Summary

Ameren Corporation (AEE) announced on September 15, 2009, the successful completion of a stock offering, raising approximately $534.7 million in net proceeds. This offering involved the issuance of 21,850,000 shares of common stock, including the full exercise of the underwriters' over-allotment option. The capital raised is intended for strategic investments in Ameren's rate-regulated utility subsidiaries and for general corporate purposes. Investors should note that pending direct investment, these funds may be used to reduce existing borrowings under the company's credit facilities. This event provides Ameren with significant financial flexibility to support its operational and growth strategies within its utility segment. The filing also includes standard exhibits related to the underwriting agreement and legal opinion on the validity of the shares issued.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ameren Corporation successfully raised approximately $534.7 million in net proceeds from a common stock offering on September 15, 2009.
  • 2The offering consisted of 21,850,000 shares of common stock, fully exercising the over-allotment option.
  • 3Proceeds are earmarked for equity investments in rate-regulated utility subsidiaries.
  • 4General corporate purposes are also a stated use for the net proceeds.
  • 5Temporary use of funds may include reducing borrowings under Ameren's bank credit facilities.
  • 6The filing reports the underwriting agreement and a legal opinion on the validity of the issued shares.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose was to raise capital for investments in Ameren's rate-regulated utility subsidiaries and for general corporate purposes. This infusion of capital is intended to support the company's operational and growth initiatives.

Ameren raised approximately $534.7 million in net proceeds from the sale of its common stock.

Pending their use for investments in utility subsidiaries, the net proceeds may be temporarily used to reduce borrowings under Ameren's existing bank credit facilities, thereby improving its liquidity position.

The full exercise of the over-allotment option means that underwriters bought an additional 15% of the shares initially offered, indicating strong demand and confidence in the offering, and that a larger number of shares were ultimately sold than initially planned.