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AMEREN CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 5, 2011)

Filed May 5, 2011For Securities:AEE

Summary

Ameren Corporation filed a Form 8-K on May 5, 2011, primarily to report its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011. The filing includes a press release and unaudited consolidated financial statements, such as the Statement of Income, Balance Sheet, and Statement of Cash Flows for the relevant periods. Investors should note that while this information is being disclosed, it is furnished rather than filed under certain sections of SEC rules, meaning it does not carry the same liability as formally filed documents under Section 18 of the Exchange Act. The key takeaway for investors is the disclosure of Ameren's quarterly performance. The press release and accompanying financial statements provide insights into the company's revenue, expenses, profitability, and financial position as of the end of the first quarter of 2011, allowing for a comparison with prior periods. This information is crucial for assessing the company's operational health and financial stability.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ameren Corporation announced its first quarter 2011 earnings on May 5, 2011.
  • 2The 8-K filing includes a press release detailing the company's quarterly results.
  • 3Unaudited consolidated financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement) for Q1 2011 are provided.
  • 4Financial data allows for comparison between Q1 2011 and Q1 2010.
  • 5The disclosure includes the company's financial position as of March 31, 2011, and comparisons to December 31, 2010.
  • 6Information furnished under Item 2.02 is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, limiting liability.
  • 7The filing incorporates financial statements under Item 8.01.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this Form 8-K filing by Ameren Corporation is to publicly disclose its financial results and condition for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2011, through an accompanying press release and unaudited financial statements.

According to the filing, the information furnished under Item 2.02, including the press release, is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not carry the same legal liabilities as formally filed documents.

The report provides unaudited consolidated financial statements, including a Statement of Income for the three months ended March 31, 2011, and March 31, 2010; a Balance Sheet as of March 31, 2011, and December 31, 2010; and a Statement of Cash Flows for the three months ended March 31, 2011, and March 31, 2010.

The detailed earnings information for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2011, is primarily contained within the press release (Exhibit 99.1) and the unaudited consolidated financial statements (Exhibit 99.2) that are attached to and incorporated by reference into this Form 8-K filing.