8-KEarnings & ResultsRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

ENTERGY CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 31, 2012)

Filed January 31, 2012For Securities:ETR

Summary

Entergy Corporation (ETR) filed this 8-K on January 31, 2012, to report its financial and operational results for the fourth quarter of 2011. The filing primarily serves to attach and incorporate by reference two public earnings releases (Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2) that detail the company's performance during the period. Investors should refer to these attached releases for specific financial figures, operational metrics, and management's commentary on the results. While this 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial data, it acts as the official channel for disseminating this important information to the public, adhering to SEC regulations. Investors seeking to understand Entergy's financial condition and results of operations for Q4 2011 should consult the referenced earnings releases for a comprehensive overview, including any discussions on future outlook or significant events.

Key Highlights

  • 1Entergy Corporation filed an 8-K on January 31, 2012, to report Q4 2011 results.
  • 2The filing incorporates by reference two public earnings releases (Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2).
  • 3These releases contain detailed results of operations and financial condition for the fourth quarter of 2011.
  • 4The 8-K is filed under Items 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure).
  • 5Exhibit 99.3 provides a statement on the uses and usefulness of non-GAAP information, which is often relevant for analyzing utility company earnings.
  • 6Investors need to access the referenced earnings releases for specific financial and operational data.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing primarily serves to announce and incorporate by reference Entergy Corporation's earnings releases for the fourth quarter of 2011 (Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2). These releases contain the detailed results of operations and financial condition for the period. An additional exhibit (99.3) clarifies the use of non-GAAP financial information.

The specific financial results, operational metrics, and management's commentary for Entergy's fourth quarter of 2011 are contained within the two earnings releases, identified as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2, which are attached to this 8-K filing. You will need to review these exhibits for detailed information.

Filing under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) allows Entergy to publicly announce its earnings and financial results. Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure) ensures that this material information is broadly disseminated to the public, preventing selective disclosure and complying with Regulation Fair Disclosure.