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CITIGROUP INC 8-K Report, Bylaw Amendment (Apr 24, 2015)

Filed April 24, 2015For Securities:CC-PNC-PR

Summary

Citigroup Inc. filed an 8-K report on April 24, 2015, to announce the establishment of a new series of preferred stock. Specifically, the company filed a Certificate of Designations with the Secretary of State of Delaware on April 23, 2015, to create the "5.950% Fixed Rate / Floating Rate Noncumulative Preferred Stock, Series P". This action amends Citigroup's Restated Certificate of Incorporation and was effective immediately upon filing. The filing also includes supporting documents related to the offering and sale of depositary shares representing interests in this new preferred stock series. This issuance signifies Citigroup's strategic move to strengthen its capital structure, likely to meet regulatory requirements or enhance its financial flexibility. Investors should note the fixed-to-floating rate nature of this preferred stock, offering a base yield of 5.950% that can adjust over time. The noncumulative feature means that any missed dividend payments will not accrue, which is a key consideration for income-seeking investors.

Key Highlights

  • 1Citigroup Inc. established a new series of preferred stock: 5.950% Fixed Rate / Floating Rate Noncumulative Preferred Stock, Series P.
  • 2The establishment of this new preferred stock series was formalized through a Certificate of Designations filed with the Delaware Secretary of State on April 23, 2015.
  • 3This action involved an amendment to Citigroup's Restated Certificate of Incorporation.
  • 4The filing indicates an offering and sale of Depositary Shares, each representing a fractional interest (1/25th) in the new preferred stock.
  • 5The new preferred stock has a dividend rate of 5.950% and is described as both fixed-rate and floating-rate, suggesting potential for rate adjustments.
  • 6The preferred stock is designated as 'Noncumulative', meaning missed dividend payments do not accumulate.
  • 7Key supporting documents, including the Underwriting Agreement and Deposit Agreement, are referenced as exhibits.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to report the creation of a new series of preferred stock by Citigroup Inc., specifically the 5.950% Fixed Rate / Floating Rate Noncumulative Preferred Stock, Series P, and to provide details related to its offering.

This designation means the stock initially pays a fixed rate of 5.950% on its dividend. However, the 'Floating Rate' aspect indicates that this dividend rate is subject to adjustment over time, likely based on a specified benchmark interest rate or other predetermined criteria, as outlined in the Certificate of Designations.

The 'Noncumulative' feature means that if Citigroup Inc. decides not to pay a dividend on this preferred stock in any given period, those missed dividend payments are forfeited and do not accumulate to be paid later. Dividends must be declared by the Board of Directors to be paid.

Depositary Shares are securities representing ownership of a fraction of a share of preferred stock. They are created to make it easier and more accessible for investors to trade preferred stock in smaller denominations. In this case, each depositary share represents a 1/25th interest in one share of the Series P preferred stock, facilitating its offering and trading in the market.