8-KRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

DIGITAL REALTY TRUST, INC. 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Mar 16, 2010)

Filed March 16, 2010For Securities:DLRDLR-PJDLR-PKDLR-PL

Summary

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR) filed a Form 8-K on March 16, 2010, primarily to disclose information regarding an adjustment to the exchange rate for its 4.125% Exchangeable Senior Debentures due 2026. The company will be distributing a notice to holders of these debentures informing them of this adjustment. This filing is made under Regulation FD, meaning the information furnished is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act and will not be incorporated into other SEC filings unless specifically referenced. For investors holding these specific debentures, the key takeaway is the upcoming notification about an exchange rate adjustment. While the exact nature and impact of this adjustment are detailed in the notice (Exhibit 99.1, not provided in full here), investors should review it carefully to understand any potential changes to the terms or value of their investment. Other investors may find this filing less material unless they are directly affected by the debenture terms.

Key Highlights

  • 1DLR is issuing a Notice of Adjustment to the Exchange Rate for its 4.125% Exchangeable Senior Debentures due 2026.
  • 2The notice will be distributed to holders of these specific debentures.
  • 3The filing is made under Regulation FD and is furnished, not filed.
  • 4The information provided is limited to the announcement of the notice regarding the exchange rate adjustment.
  • 5No new financial statements or significant operational updates are included in this specific filing.
  • 6The debentures are due in 2026.
  • 7The filing date is March 16, 2010.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to inform the market that Digital Realty Trust, Inc. will be distributing a Notice of Adjustment to the Exchange Rate for its 4.125% Exchangeable Senior Debentures due 2026 to the holders of these debentures.

The filing specifically concerns the 4.125% Exchangeable Senior Debentures due 2026 issued by Digital Realty Trust, Inc.

For most DLR investors, this filing may not have a significant direct impact. It is most relevant to holders of the 4.125% Exchangeable Senior Debentures due 2026, as they will receive a notice about an adjustment to their debenture's exchange rate. General equity investors or holders of other DLR debt may not be directly affected.

The details of the exchange rate adjustment are contained within the 'Notice of Adjustment to Exchange Rate,' which is filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K. Investors holding the specified debentures should refer to this exhibit for complete information.