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DTE ENERGY CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 14, 2008)

Filed November 14, 2008For Securities:DTEDTKDTBDTGDTW

Summary

DTE Energy Company filed this 8-K on November 14, 2008, primarily to furnish financial statements for its subsidiary, Michigan Consolidated Gas Company, for the quarter ended September 30, 2008, as Exhibit 99.1. While the filing doesn't contain a broad update on DTE Energy's overall consolidated results, the inclusion of these specific subsidiary financial statements suggests a focus on the performance and financial condition of its gas utility operations during the third quarter of 2008. Investors should note that these statements are presented as an exhibit and not as part of the main body of the 8-K. It is crucial for investors to understand that this filing should be read in conjunction with DTE Energy's previously filed documents, including its 2007 Form 10-K and 2008 quarterly reports (10-Qs). These incorporated documents contain important disclosures about risks, uncertainties, and factors that could materially affect the company's actual results. DTE Energy explicitly states its intention not to update forward-looking statements, reinforcing the importance of reviewing all available disclosures.

Key Highlights

  • 1DTE Energy Co. filed an 8-K on November 14, 2008.
  • 2The primary purpose of the filing is to provide financial statements for Michigan Consolidated Gas Company for the quarter ended September 30, 2008, as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3This filing focuses on the financial performance of DTE's gas utility subsidiary.
  • 4Investors are directed to consult DTE Energy's 2007 10-K and 2008 10-Qs for a comprehensive view of the company's financial condition and risks.
  • 5Forward-looking statements included in referenced documents are subject to risks and uncertainties.
  • 6DTE Energy explicitly disclaims any intention to update forward-looking statements in this report.
  • 7The Vice President and Controller, Peter B. Oleksiak, signed the report on behalf of the registrant.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to provide the financial statements for DTE Energy's subsidiary, Michigan Consolidated Gas Company, for the quarter ended September 30, 2008, as Exhibit 99.1.

No, this filing specifically provides the financial statements for the subsidiary Michigan Consolidated Gas Company. For DTE Energy's consolidated results and overall financial condition, investors should refer to the company's previously filed 2007 10-K and 2008 10-Q reports, which are incorporated by reference.

Investors should be aware that any forward-looking statements referenced in this filing or in incorporated documents are subject to various assumptions, risks, and uncertainties. DTE Energy has stated that it does not intend to update these statements based on new information or future events.

Detailed information about the risks and factors that could cause DTE Energy's actual results to differ materially from its forward-looking statements can be found in the 'Forward-Looking Statements' section of DTE Energy's 2007 Form 10-K and its 2008 quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, which are incorporated by reference into this filing.