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AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL GROUP, INC. 8-K Report (Sep 13, 2001)

Filed September 13, 2001For Securities:AIG

Summary

This Form 8-K filing from American International Group (AIG) on September 13, 2001, primarily serves to disclose AIG's initial estimated losses stemming from the tragic terrorist attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001. The company issued a press release, attached as an exhibit, to communicate this critical information to investors and the public. The report indicates that AIG is providing its current estimate of the financial impact of these unprecedented events. For investors, understanding the magnitude of these losses is paramount for assessing the company's financial health and future outlook. This filing marks an early step in quantifying the event's impact on AIG's balance sheet and profitability.

Key Highlights

  • 1AIG filed a Form 8-K on September 13, 2001.
  • 2The filing is to disclose AIG's current estimate of losses resulting from the September 11 terrorist attacks.
  • 3A press release detailing these loss estimates is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4The information is being furnished under Regulation FD.
  • 5The filing provides an early look at the financial impact of the terrorist attacks on AIG.
  • 6Kathleen E. Shannon, Vice President and Secretary, signed the report on behalf of AIG.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this Form 8-K filing is to disclose American International Group's (AIG) current estimate of losses resulting from the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

The detailed estimated losses are provided in a press release issued by AIG on September 13, 2001, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

No, the text of the press release is being furnished to the SEC pursuant to Regulation FD, which means it is being made available to the public but is not considered 'filed' in the same way as other SEC filings.

For investors, this filing is significant as it provides an initial estimate of the financial impact of the September 11 terrorist attacks on AIG. This information is crucial for assessing the company's financial exposure and potential impact on its earnings and capital.