10-QPeriod: Q3 FY2005

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL INC Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2005

Filed November 14, 2005For Securities:AMP

Summary

This 10-Q filing for Ameriprise Financial Inc. (AMP) as of September 29, 2005, primarily details corporate governance changes and administrative matters rather than significant financial performance for the quarter. A key event was the approval of an Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws, alongside the adoption of the 2005 Incentive Compensation Plan, all approved by American Express as the sole stockholder. These actions indicate a restructuring or formalization of the company's corporate framework. Additionally, the filing notes a significant change in the Board of Directors. Following the resignation of Walter S. Berman, several new directors were appointed, with staggered terms designed to align with future annual meetings. While these are important for the long-term strategic direction and governance of the company, investors should note that this report does not provide detailed financial results or operational updates for the reported period.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ameriprise Financial Inc. (AMP) filed its 10-Q for the period ending September 29, 2005.
  • 2Significant corporate governance actions were taken by the sole stockholder, American Express.
  • 3The company approved an Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation and Amended and Restated Bylaws.
  • 4A new 2005 Incentive Compensation Plan was approved.
  • 5There was a substantial change in the Board of Directors, with several new appointments and one resignation.
  • 6Director terms are staggered, indicating a planned structure for board continuity.
  • 7The filing does not contain detailed financial performance data for the quarter, focusing on corporate actions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The company approved an Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, Amended and Restated Bylaws, and the 2005 Incentive Compensation Plan. These actions were approved by the sole stockholder, American Express.

Yes, Walter S. Berman resigned from the Board, and Ira D. Hall, W. Walker Lewis, Siri S. Marshall, Jeff Noddle, Richard F. Powers III, H. Jay Sarles, Robert F. Sharpe, Jr., and William H. Turner were appointed as new directors.

The newly appointed directors have staggered terms. Some terms expire at the 2006 annual meeting, others at the 2007 annual meeting, and the remaining at the 2008 annual meeting, providing for a structured transition and continuity on the board.

No, this specific filing focuses on legal proceedings (as referenced in Note 10) and significant corporate governance and director changes. It does not provide a detailed breakdown of financial performance for the quarter ending September 29, 2005.