dte_q104

DTE Energy reported earnings of $186 million for the first quarter of 2004, up from $155 million in the first quarter of 2003. Operating earnings, which exclude non-recurring items, were $151 million, comparable to the $178 million reported in the first quarter of 2003. Earnings were impacted by warmer weather and increased uncollectable accounts at the company's gas distribution business. The company expects to receive rate relief in 2004 that will help improve earnings performance for the year.