8-KRegulation FD

DIGITAL REALTY TRUST, INC. 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Sep 11, 2013)

Filed September 11, 2013For Securities:DLRDLR-PJDLR-PKDLR-PL

Summary

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR) filed a Form 8-K on September 11, 2013, primarily to disclose information regarding its operating partnership's exchangeable senior debentures. The report specifies the exchange rate for the 5.50% Exchangeable Senior Debentures due 2029. As of September 11, 2013, these debentures were convertible into 25.0900 shares of common stock per $1,000 principal amount. This disclosure is crucial for investors holding or considering these debentures, as it provides updated conversion terms. While the filing doesn't contain new operational or financial performance data, it's a regulatory requirement that impacts the potential dilution and value of outstanding equity. Investors should note that this information is furnished and not deemed 'filed' for liability purposes, nor incorporated by reference into other SEC filings.

Key Highlights

  • 1Disclosure of exchange rate for 5.50% Exchangeable Senior Debentures due 2029 as of September 11, 2013.
  • 2The specified exchange rate is 25.0900 shares per $1,000 principal amount.
  • 3This information relates to the operating partnership, Digital Realty Trust, L.P.
  • 4The filing is made under Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure).
  • 5Information furnished is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 6Information furnished is not incorporated by reference into other SEC filings.
  • 7No new operational or financial performance details were provided in this specific 8-K.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to disclose the current exchange rate for Digital Realty Trust, L.P.'s (the operating partnership) 5.50% Exchangeable Senior Debentures due 2029. This provides an update on the terms of convertibility for these debentures.

As of September 11, 2013, the exchange rate for the 5.50% Exchangeable Senior Debentures due 2029 is 25.0900 shares per $1,000 principal amount.

No, this specific 8-K filing does not provide new financial results, operational performance updates, or material business events. Its sole purpose is to report the debenture exchange rate under Regulation FD disclosure.

For shareholders, this information is relevant as it indicates the potential dilution if the debentures are exchanged. A higher exchange rate means more shares could be issued upon conversion, potentially impacting earnings per share and stock price. Investors holding the debentures themselves would use this information to assess their conversion value.