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Energy Transfer LP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 9, 2009)

Filed November 9, 2009For Securities:ETET-PI

Summary

Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. (the Partnership) filed this 8-K on November 9, 2009, to report its financial and operating results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009. The primary purpose of this filing is to incorporate by reference a press release that details these results, as required by SEC regulations for material events. Investors should note that this 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial statements or operational metrics. Instead, it serves as a notification that the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) holds the substantive information regarding the company's performance during the third quarter of 2009. To understand the company's financial condition and operational performance, investors must refer to the press release itself, which is furnished as part of this report.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing reports financial and operating results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009.
  • 2The report is an 8-K filing, indicating a significant event or update.
  • 3Key financial and operational details are contained within an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 4The press release is incorporated by reference into the 8-K filing.
  • 5Information provided is 'furnished' and not 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 6The filing date is November 9, 2009, with the earliest event date being November 9, 2009.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce and provide access to Energy Transfer Equity, L.P.'s financial and operating results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, by incorporating a press release that contains this information.

The detailed financial and operating results are located in the press release dated November 9, 2009, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. This press release is incorporated by reference and should be reviewed for specific performance data.

The information contained within this Item 2.02 8-K filing, including the attached press release, is considered 'furnished' and not 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This distinction can affect legal liability for forward-looking statements.