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CITIGROUP INC 8-K Report, Bylaw Amendment (Oct 27, 2021)

Filed October 27, 2021For Securities:CC-PNC-PR

Summary

Citigroup Inc. (C) filed an 8-K on October 26, 2021, to report on the establishment of a new series of preferred stock. This filing formally created the "4.150% Fixed Rate Reset Noncumulative Preferred Stock, Series Y," which amends the company's Restated Certificate of Incorporation. The associated exhibits detail the underwriting agreement for the sale of depositary shares representing interests in this new preferred stock, the deposit agreement itself, and legal opinions. This action is a standard corporate governance update related to the issuance of new equity securities. From an investor's perspective, this filing primarily signals the creation and planned offering of a new class of preferred stock. The key details for investors revolve around the 4.150% fixed rate, the reset feature, and the noncumulative nature of the dividends, which will influence its yield and risk profile compared to other Citigroup securities. The filing itself does not provide financial performance data but rather the legal framework for a new financing instrument.

Key Highlights

  • 1Citigroup Inc. established a new series of preferred stock: "4.150% Fixed Rate Reset Noncumulative Preferred Stock, Series Y."
  • 2The filing amends Citigroup's Restated Certificate of Incorporation, effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State of Delaware.
  • 3The new preferred stock carries a 4.150% fixed rate, with a reset feature, and is noncumulative.
  • 4Associated exhibits include an Underwriting Agreement for the sale of depositary shares representing interests in this preferred stock.
  • 5A Deposit Agreement details the arrangement between Citigroup, the depositary, and holders of the depositary shares.
  • 6Legal opinions from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP are included as part of the offering documentation.
  • 7This filing is a procedural step related to the potential issuance and offering of new equity securities.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and establish a new series of preferred stock, designated as the "4.150% Fixed Rate Reset Noncumulative Preferred Stock, Series Y," by amending Citigroup Inc.'s Certificate of Incorporation.

The new preferred stock is characterized by a 4.150% fixed dividend rate, a reset feature (meaning the dividend rate may be adjusted at certain points in the future), and is noncumulative, meaning that any missed dividend payments are not carried forward to be paid at a later date.

The inclusion of an Underwriting Agreement and a Deposit Agreement indicates that Citigroup intends to offer and sell depositary shares, which represent fractional interests in the new preferred stock, to the public. These agreements outline the terms of the offering and the mechanics of how these shares will be held and traded.

No, this specific 8-K filing does not provide information about Citigroup's financial performance. It is a procedural filing related to corporate governance and the creation and potential offering of a new class of preferred stock.