8-KRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

DTE ENERGY CO 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Nov 5, 2021)

Filed November 5, 2021For Securities:DTEDTKDTBDTGDTW

Summary

DTE Energy Co. (DTE) filed an 8-K on November 5, 2021, primarily to disclose information related to upcoming investor meetings scheduled for November 7-9, 2021. The company furnished a slide presentation (Exhibit 99.1) that includes 2021 and 2022 operating earnings guidance. Investors should note that this guidance excludes certain items impacting reported results, such as non-recurring items, mark-to-market adjustments, and discontinued operations, for which reconciliations are not provided due to their unpredictable nature and potential significant impact on reported earnings. The filing emphasizes that the information furnished, including the slide presentation, is for informational purposes and is not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it incorporated by reference into future SEC filings unless expressly stated. The company also reminds readers to consult its previously filed SEC reports for a comprehensive understanding of the risks and uncertainties associated with its forward-looking statements.

Key Highlights

  • 1DTE Energy is providing 2021 and 2022 operating earnings guidance to investors during meetings on November 7-9, 2021.
  • 2A slide presentation containing this guidance has been furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
  • 3The provided operating earnings guidance excludes certain items, such as non-recurring items, mark-to-market adjustments, and discontinued operations.
  • 4Reconciliations for excluded items are not provided due to the difficulty in forecasting their significant and fluctuating impact on reported earnings.
  • 5The information furnished in this report and exhibits is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 purposes and does not automatically incorporate into future SEC filings.
  • 6Investors are directed to consult DTE's prior SEC filings for a detailed discussion of forward-looking statements, risks, and uncertainties.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to inform investors about upcoming investor meetings (November 7-9, 2021) and to furnish a slide presentation that includes DTE Energy's operating earnings guidance for 2021 and 2022.

No, the provided operating earnings guidance excludes certain items that will impact reported earnings, such as non-recurring items, mark-to-market adjustments, and discontinued operations. DTE Energy states that reconciliations for these excluded items are not provided because they are unpredictable and can significantly impact reported results.

No, this filing is primarily for informational purposes regarding upcoming investor discussions. The information is furnished, not 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act. DTE Energy also includes a 'Forward-Looking Statements' disclaimer, reminding investors of the inherent risks and uncertainties associated with such projections and disclaiming intent to update them automatically.

The filing directs investors to consult DTE Energy's and DTE Electric Company's (DTE Electric) 2020 Form 10-K, subsequent Form 10-Qs, and other SEC reports. These filings contain detailed discussions of forward-looking statements and important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected.