Summary
This 8-K filing from American Electric Power Co. Inc. (AEP) on October 23, 2003, primarily serves to announce their financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2003, through an attached press release (Exhibit 99). The filing itself is brief, containing standard SEC disclosures regarding the information being furnished, not 'filed' in the traditional sense that would subject it to Section 18 liabilities. Investors should refer to the incorporated press release for detailed financial performance metrics and operational updates.
Key Highlights
- 1Filed on October 23, 2003, reporting on events of October 22, 2003.
- 2Primary purpose is to furnish financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2003.
- 3Includes Exhibit 99, which is a press release detailing the company's financial performance for the specified quarter.
- 4Information furnished under Regulation FD and Item 12 of Form 8-K.
- 5The content is being furnished, not 'filed', meaning it is not subject to Section 18 liabilities.
- 6Does not incorporate the furnished information into prior registration statements or filings under the Securities Act of 1933, unless explicitly stated otherwise in future filings.
- 7Signed by Thomas G. Berkemeyer, Assistant Secretary.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose American Electric Power Company, Inc.'s (AEP) financial results for the quarter that ended on September 30, 2003. This is done by attaching a press release as an exhibit.
The detailed financial results are provided in Exhibit 99, which is a press release issued by AEP and attached to this 8-K filing. Investors should review this press release for specific financial figures and performance information.
No, the information contained in this report, specifically under Item 9 Regulation FD Disclosure, is being 'furnished' rather than 'filed'. This means it is not subject to the liabilities associated with Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
This specific 8-K filing is primarily focused on releasing the quarterly financial results. While the attached press release may contain some commentary on operational performance, it is not a comprehensive update on strategies or significant business events; its core is financial reporting.