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Energy Transfer LP 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Mar 19, 2008)

Filed March 19, 2008For Securities:ETET-PI

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. (ET) on March 18, 2008, primarily serves to provide audited consolidated financial statements for the four-month transition period ended December 31, 2007. This includes statements for Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. and Subsidiaries, as well as a balance sheet for LE GP, LLC and Subsidiaries. The filing is important for investors seeking to review the company's financial position and performance during this specific period, which likely reflects a change in fiscal year-end reporting. Investors should note that the filing itself does not contain new operational updates or forward-looking statements. Its core purpose is to provide the necessary audited financial documentation as required by regulatory bodies. The inclusion of the consent from Grant Thornton LLP indicates that these financial statements have been independently audited, adding a layer of assurance for stakeholders reviewing the company's financial health.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing of audited consolidated financial statements for Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. and Subsidiaries for the four-month transition period ended December 31, 2007.
  • 2Inclusion of an audited consolidated balance sheet for LE GP, LLC and Subsidiaries as of December 31, 2007.
  • 3The reporting period is a transition period, indicating a potential shift in the company's fiscal year-end.
  • 4Financial statements are audited by Grant Thornton LLP, providing independent assurance.
  • 5The filing is procedural, ensuring compliance with SEC reporting requirements for financial data.
  • 6No new material events or business updates are disclosed in this specific filing, beyond the presentation of financial statements.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to provide investors with the audited consolidated financial statements for Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. and Subsidiaries for the four-month transition period ended December 31, 2007, and an audited consolidated balance sheet for LE GP, LLC and Subsidiaries as of December 31, 2007.

A 'four-month transition period' typically indicates that the company has changed its fiscal year-end. This filing covers the specific interim period required to align with the new fiscal year.

No, this specific 8-K filing is solely for the purpose of presenting audited financial statements and related exhibits. It does not contain any new material events, operational updates, or forward-looking statements.

The financial statements included in this report were audited by Grant Thornton LLP, as indicated by their consent filed as Exhibit 23.1.