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AMEREN CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 4, 2016)

Filed November 4, 2016For Securities:AEE

Summary

Ameren Corporation (AEE) filed an 8-K on November 4, 2016, primarily to report its financial results for the quarterly period ended September 30, 2016. The filing incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) detailing these earnings and also includes unaudited consolidated financial statements (Exhibit 99.2) such as the Statement of Income, Balance Sheet, and Statement of Cash Flows for relevant periods. Investors should note that while this 8-K provides timely financial updates, specific details regarding the earnings performance and financial condition beyond what's in the press release and attached statements are not extensively elaborated within the 8-K itself. The furnished information, particularly the press release, is not considered 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, limiting its liability implications for the company.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ameren Corporation announced its third-quarter 2016 earnings and financial results.
  • 2The 8-K filing incorporates a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the quarterly earnings announcement.
  • 3Unaudited consolidated financial statements for the relevant periods are included as Exhibit 99.2.
  • 4These statements include the Statement of Income, Balance Sheet, and Statement of Cash Flows.
  • 5The filing covers financial data for periods ending September 30, 2016, and comparative periods in 2015 and 2014 (for Balance Sheet).
  • 6Exhibit 99.1 is furnished, not filed, meaning it's not subject to Section 18 of the Exchange Act liabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and provide access to Ameren's financial results for the quarterly period ended September 30, 2016, through an attached press release and consolidated financial statements.

The detailed financial results are primarily found in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) and the accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements (Exhibit 99.2) which are incorporated by reference into this 8-K filing.

No, the financial statements provided as Exhibit 99.2 are labeled as unaudited consolidated financial statements.

No, according to the filing, Exhibit 99.1 is furnished rather than filed, meaning it is not subject to the liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.