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AMEREN CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 30, 2009)

Filed October 30, 2009For Securities:AEE

Summary

Ameren Corporation (AEE) filed an 8-K report on October 30, 2009, primarily to announce its third-quarter 2009 earnings. The report incorporates by reference a press release detailing the company's financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2009. Investors should note that while this information is being disclosed, it is furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, limiting its liability implications under that specific section. The filing also includes unaudited consolidated financial statements as of September 30, 2009, and comparative periods. This includes the Statement of Income, Statement of Cash Flows, and Balance Sheet. These financial statements provide a snapshot of Ameren's financial condition and performance during the reported periods, allowing investors to assess the company's operational and financial health.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ameren announced its third-quarter 2009 earnings via an 8-K filing on October 30, 2009.
  • 2The company incorporated its earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1) by reference into the filing.
  • 3Unaudited consolidated financial statements for the period ended September 30, 2009, are included.
  • 4The financial statements cover the Statement of Income, Statement of Cash Flows, and Balance Sheet.
  • 5Comparative financial data for prior periods (e.g., 2008) is provided within the attached statements.
  • 6The press release information is furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, limiting specific liability.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce Ameren Corporation's financial results for the quarterly period ended September 30, 2009, through an incorporated press release and to provide related unaudited consolidated financial statements.

The report includes unaudited consolidated financial statements, comprising a Statement of Income for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2009, and 2008; a Statement of Cash Flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2009, and 2008; and a Balance Sheet as of September 30, 2009, and December 31, 2008.

The information in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) is furnished and not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, meaning it is not subject to the liabilities under that specific section. However, the financial statements themselves are incorporated into Item 8.01, which generally implies a more formal inclusion within the filing.

The detailed earnings information is primarily contained within the press release issued by Ameren on October 30, 2009, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.