Ameren Corporation Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Current Report (Form 8-K) was filed by Ameren Corporation on February 12, 2010. The report discloses significant changes to the composition of the Board of Directors effective at the 2010 Annual Meeting of shareholders scheduled for April 27, 2010.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses exclusively on corporate governance changes and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is the departure of three directors from the Board of Directors:
- Gary L. Rainwater: Executive Chairman announced plans to retire effective at the 2010 Annual Meeting and requested the Board not nominate him for re-election.
- Susan S. Elliot: Resigned from the Board in accordance with the company's retirement policy for directors reaching age 72 prior to the annual meeting.
- Douglas R. Oberhelman: Requested the Board not nominate him for re-election due to increased responsibilities at Caterpillar Inc., where he serves as Vice Chairman and CEO-Elect.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing does not contain financial guidance, outlook, management commentary on operations, or specific risk factors. The document serves as a Regulation FD disclosure regarding the press release announcing the Board changes.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the date of the 2010 Annual Meeting (April 27, 2010) to confirm the effective date of the Board changes.
- Confirm the appointment of any successor directors to replace the departing members.
- Review the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for additional details on the transition plan for the Executive Chairman role.