01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 10-K/A filed May 29, 2008. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This filing represents an amendment (10-K/A) to Energy Transfer Equity, L.P.'s (ET) Annual Report for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2007.
The amendment's primary purpose is to correct Exhibit 31.1, which pertains to the certifications required by Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Investors should note that this filing does not introduce new financial data or material operational changes but rather corrects a prior submission related to internal controls and executive certifications. As of February 28, 2007, ET had a substantial market capitalization of approximately $3.03 billiona based on common units held by non-affiliates.
The company had a significant number of common units outstanding, indicating a broadly held public float. This filing, being an amendment, reinforces the company's commitment to compliance with SEC reporting requirements, specifically regarding executive accountability for financial reporting and internal controls.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Amendment No. 1 to Form 10-K filed for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2007.
- The primary purpose of the amendment is to correct Exhibit 31.1, related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 302 certifications.
- No new financial or operational information is introduced; it's a procedural correction.
- As of February 28, 2007, the aggregate market value of common units held by non-affiliates was approximately $3,030,100,000.
- As of October 15, 2007, 222,829,956 Common Units of Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. were outstanding.
- The company is classified as a large accelerated filer.
- The filing confirms ET is not a shell company.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main reason for this filing (10-K/A)?
This filing is an amendment to the original Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2007. Its main purpose is to correct Exhibit 31.1, which contains the certifications from the principal executive and financial officers as required by Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. This is a procedural correction and does not add new financial information.
Does this amendment change Energy Transfer's financial performance or operational results for fiscal year 2007?
No, this amendment is purely administrative and addresses a correction in an exhibit related to internal controls and certifications. It does not alter the financial statements, operational disclosures, or the overall reported financial performance for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2007.
What is the market capitalization of Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. as indicated in this filing?
As of February 28, 2007, the aggregate market value of the registrant's Common Units held by non-affiliates was approximately $3,030,100,000, indicating a significant market presence.
How many common units were outstanding for Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. as of October 2007?
At October 15, 2007, Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. had 222,829,956 Common Units outstanding.
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