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EDISON INTERNATIONAL 8-K Report (Jul 20, 2004)

Filed July 20, 2004For Securities:EIX

Summary

Edison International, through its wholly owned indirect subsidiary Edison Mission Energy, announced on July 20, 2004, an agreement to sell its 51.2 percent stake in Contact Energy Limited. This divestiture is a significant event as it signals a strategic move by Edison International to streamline its operations and potentially exit certain non-core assets. Investors should monitor the financial implications of this sale, including the impact on the company's debt levels, cash flow, and future earnings potential. The press release attached as an exhibit provides further details, and the company urges readers to consider it in conjunction with their existing SEC filings for a comprehensive understanding.

Key Highlights

  • 1Edison Mission Energy to sell its 51.2% ownership in Contact Energy Limited.
  • 2The sale agreement was announced on July 20, 2004.
  • 3Edison Mission Energy is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Edison International.
  • 4This divestiture is classified under 'Other Events and Regulation FD Disclosure'.
  • 5A press release detailing the sale is attached as Exhibit 99 to the filing.
  • 6The company notes that forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties.
  • 7Investors are advised to read this report alongside Edison International's 2003 10-K and Q1 2004 10-Q.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing announces Edison International's agreement to sell its 51.2 percent stake in Contact Energy Limited through its subsidiary, Edison Mission Energy. It is filed to inform investors about this significant divestiture.

Edison Mission Energy, a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of Edison International, is selling its 51.2 percent holding in Contact Energy Limited.

The sale of Contact Energy Limited represents a strategic divestiture for Edison International, potentially impacting its asset portfolio, cash position, and future strategic direction. Investors should look for further details on the financial impact and the company's plans for the proceeds.

Additional details about the sale are provided in the press release attached as Exhibit 99 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The company also recommends reviewing its 2003 Form 10-K and its first quarter 2004 Form 10-Q for broader context.