Is this offering available to the public?

No, this is a private offering of senior notes, meaning it is exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933. It is not a public offering and is not being made available to the general public through traditional means like the stock exchange.

What is the significance of the CareFusion spin-off?

The planned spin-off indicates that Cardinal Health is strategically separating its businesses. This could lead to two independent publicly traded companies, potentially allowing each to focus on its specific markets and strategies, which may unlock value for shareholders.

Does this filing mean investors can buy CareFusion senior notes now?

No, this Form 8-K filing is a disclosure that CareFusion *plans* to offer notes and serves as notice under Rule 135c. It explicitly states that it does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any securities. Details on the terms and availability of the notes would be provided in separate offering documents if and when the offering commences.

CAH 8-K SEC Disclosure — Jun 18, 2009

Q: What is the purpose of the senior notes offering by CareFusion?

The senior notes offering by CareFusion Corporation, a subsidiary of Cardinal Health, Inc., is intended to raise funds for a special cash distribution to Cardinal Health. This distribution is part of the financial preparations for the planned spin-off of CareFusion from Cardinal Health.

Summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH) announced through its wholly-owned subsidiary, CareFusion Corporation, plans to conduct a private offering of up to $1.4 billion in senior notes. The primary purpose of this offering is to generate funds for a special cash distribution to Cardinal Health itself, which is directly related to the anticipated spin-off of CareFusion. This move signals a significant step in Cardinal Health's strategy to separate its businesses. Investors should note that this filing is an informational disclosure under Rule 135c and does not constitute an offer to sell or solicitations to buy securities. The proceeds are earmarked for the internal restructuring in preparation for the CareFusion spin-off.

Key Highlights

1CareFusion Corporation, a subsidiary of Cardinal Health, Inc., plans a senior notes offering.
2The offering is for up to $1.4 billion in senior notes.
3The offering is being conducted as a private placement, exempt from SEC registration.
4Proceeds will fund a special cash distribution to Cardinal Health.
5This distribution is in connection with the planned spin-off of CareFusion from Cardinal Health.
6The 8-K filing serves as a notice of this planned offering under Rule 135c.
7The filing explicitly states it is not an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy securities.

CARDINAL HEALTH INC 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Jun 18, 2009)

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