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ARCH CAPITAL GROUP LTD. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Mar 27, 2012)

Filed March 27, 2012For Securities:ACGLACGLNACGLO

Summary

Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL) announced on March 26, 2012, an underwritten public offering of $325 million in 6.75% Non-Cumulative Preferred Shares, Series C. These preferred shares have a liquidation preference of $25.00 per share and are expected to close on April 2, 2012. This offering, made under an effective shelf registration statement, provides ACGL with additional capital. Investors considering this offering should note the fixed dividend rate and the nature of preferred stock, which typically ranks senior to common stock but subordinate to debt in liquidation.

Key Highlights

  • 1Announced a $325 million public offering of 6.75% Non-Cumulative Preferred Shares, Series C.
  • 2The preferred shares have a liquidation preference of $25.00 per share.
  • 3The offering is underwritten, indicating involvement of investment banks.
  • 4The offering is being made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement.
  • 5The expected closing date for the offering is April 2, 2012.
  • 6This transaction aims to raise additional capital for Arch Capital Group Ltd.

Frequently Asked Questions

This Form 8-K filing is to report the material event of Arch Capital Group Ltd. announcing an underwritten public offering of $325 million of its Series C Non-Cumulative Preferred Shares.

The Series C Non-Cumulative Preferred Shares carry a fixed dividend rate of 6.75% and have a liquidation preference of $25.00 per share.

The offering is expected to close on April 2, 2012.

The offering allows Arch Capital Group to raise $325 million in capital, which can be used for various corporate purposes, strengthening its financial position.