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ARCH CAPITAL GROUP LTD. 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jun 30, 2020)

Filed June 30, 2020For Securities:ACGLACGLNACGLO

Summary

Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL) announced on June 30, 2020, the successful completion of a public offering of $1 billion in aggregate principal amount of its 3.635% senior notes due 2050. These notes are senior unsecured obligations of the company and rank equally with its other unsecured and unsubordinated indebtedness. The offering was made under the company's existing universal shelf registration statement. Investors purchasing these notes will receive semi-annual interest payments of 3.635% annually, commencing December 30, 2020. The notes mature on June 30, 2050, with provisions for potential deferral if the company does not meet certain regulatory capital requirements. The company has the option to redeem the notes under specific conditions, including at a "make-whole" price prior to December 30, 2049, and at par thereafter, along with an option to redeem for tax events. Customary covenants and events of default are included in the indenture.

Key Highlights

  • 1Arch Capital Group Ltd. successfully completed a public offering of $1 billion in 3.635% senior notes due 2050.
  • 2The notes are senior unsecured obligations, ranking equally with existing unsecured and unsubordinated debt.
  • 3Interest payments will be made semi-annually at a rate of 3.635% per annum.
  • 4The maturity date for these notes is June 30, 2050.
  • 5The company retains the option to redeem the notes under specific circumstances, including a 'make-whole' provision and redemption at par after a certain date.
  • 6Note redemption may be deferred if Arch Capital Group does not meet regulatory capital requirements at maturity.
  • 7The offering was made pursuant to an existing shelf registration statement.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing announces Arch Capital Group Ltd.'s entry into a material definitive agreement concerning the public offering and completion of $1 billion in senior notes due 2050. It also includes details about the creation of a direct financial obligation and the filing of related legal opinions.

The notes have an aggregate principal amount of $1 billion, a fixed interest rate of 3.635% per annum, and a maturity date of June 30, 2050. Interest is paid semi-annually. The notes are senior unsecured obligations of the company.

Arch Capital Group has the option to redeem the notes at any time prior to December 30, 2049, at a 'make-whole' redemption price. After December 30, 2049, the notes can be redeemed at 100% of the principal amount. The company can also redeem the notes at 100% of the principal amount at any time if certain tax events occur.

Yes, the notes are subject to certain covenants that may limit the ability of the Issuer and designated subsidiaries to incur liens or dispose of capital stock of certain designated subsidiaries. Additionally, redemption may be deferred if the company is not in compliance with applicable regulatory capital requirements at the maturity date.