10-Q/APeriod: Q2 FY2010

ENTERGY CORP /DE/ Quarterly Report (Amendment) for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2010

Filed September 3, 2010For Securities:ETR

Summary

Entergy Corporation's 10-Q filing for the period ending June 30, 2010, primarily details its exhibit list, indicating ongoing corporate actions and compliance with regulatory requirements. Investors should note the inclusion of various certifications (Items 31 and 32) required by the SEC for senior officers, confirming the accuracy of financial reporting. This demonstrates a commitment to transparency and adherence to governance standards. The filing also includes supplemental indenture information for Entergy Texas, Inc., suggesting debt management activities and potential financing updates for its subsidiaries.

Financial Statements
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Operating Expenses$2.24B
Operating Income$626.24M
Interest Expense$148.18M
Net Income$320.28M
EPS (Basic)$0.83
EPS (Diluted)$0.82
Shares Outstanding (Basic)377.55M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)381.44M

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing includes required officer certifications for Entergy Corporation, reinforcing management's accountability for financial reporting accuracy.
  • 2Supplemental indenture information for Entergy Texas, Inc. related to Mortgage Bonds due June 1, 2015, is listed, indicating active debt management.
  • 3Second Amended and Restated Limited Liability Company Agreement for Entergy Holdings Company LLC dated July 22, 2010, suggests potential changes in corporate structure or governance.
  • 4XBRL instance and taxonomy documents are furnished, indicating the company's compliance with electronic data submission standards for enhanced investor analysis.
  • 5The filing emphasizes adherence to SEC regulations through the inclusion of various required documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

This particular filing (Item 6 - Exhibits) does not provide detailed financial or operational results. Instead, it focuses on the supplementary documents filed with the SEC, such as officer certifications and corporate agreements, which are related to compliance and corporate governance.

The filing references a supplemental indenture for Entergy Texas, Inc. concerning its 3.60% Series Mortgage Bonds due June 1, 2015. This indicates ongoing management of the subsidiary's debt obligations, but does not detail new issuances.

These certifications (Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) and Section 1350) are required by the SEC and attest that the financial reports fairly represent the company's financial condition and results of operations. For investors, they signify management's commitment to accurate financial disclosure and compliance.

This indicates that the company has updated the governing documents for its subsidiary, Entergy Holdings Company LLC. While the specifics of the amendments are not detailed here, such changes can sometimes relate to operational strategies, financing structures, or corporate governance adjustments within that entity.