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HORTON D R INC /DE/ 8-K Report (Apr 3, 2002)

Filed April 3, 2002For Securities:DHI

Summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. (DHI) announced on April 3, 2002, its intention to issue approximately $250 million in senior notes. This offering is being conducted through a private placement to qualified institutional buyers, utilizing the exemption provided by Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933. This move indicates the company's strategy to access capital markets for potential growth initiatives, debt refinancing, or general corporate purposes. Investors should note the reliance on Rule 144A, which generally means the securities are being sold to sophisticated investors and are not registered with the SEC, implying certain liquidity and resale restrictions. The specific use of proceeds will be detailed in subsequent financial reporting or investor communications.

Key Highlights

  • 1D.R. Horton, Inc. announced plans to sell approximately $250 million of senior notes.
  • 2The offering is being made to qualified institutional buyers.
  • 3The sale of notes will be conducted in reliance on Rule 144A.
  • 4Rule 144A provides an exemption from SEC registration for resales to qualified institutional buyers.
  • 5This action suggests DHI is seeking to raise capital.
  • 6The filing date was April 3, 2002.
  • 7The press release detailing this announcement is included as an exhibit.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce D.R. Horton, Inc.'s intention to sell approximately $250 million of senior notes to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A.

Rule 144A allows for the resale of restricted securities to 'Qualified Institutional Buyers' (QIBs) without requiring registration under the Securities Act of 1933. This typically means the notes are being sold privately to large, sophisticated investors and may have limited liquidity compared to publicly traded debt.

D.R. Horton plans to raise approximately $250 million through the sale of these senior notes.

More details about the announcement are available in the press release issued by D.R. Horton, Inc. on April 3, 2002, which is filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K.