dte_q3021104

DTE Energy reported third quarter earnings of $0.96 per share, up from $0.51 per share in the third quarter of 2001, excluding merger and restructuring expenses. Year-to-date earnings increased 30% compared to 2001. The company's regulated utility operations performed well due to higher residential sales from increased cooling demand and lower fuel costs. Non-regulated businesses such as energy services also contributed significantly to earnings. DTE Energy reaffirmed its guidance for 2002 earnings of $3.75-$3.95 per share and 2003 earnings of $3.90-$4.10 per share, expecting continued challenges from the economy but benefits from cost controls.