What is the primary purpose of this debt issuance?

The primary purpose of this debt issuance is to raise capital to support Digital Realty's growth and operational flexibility. The net proceeds are earmarked for repaying existing credit facility borrowings, funding property or business acquisitions, investing in development opportunities, and for general corporate purposes, which may include other debt-related activities.

Who is guaranteeing these new notes?

The €850 million of 3.875% Guaranteed Notes due 2035 are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Digital Realty Trust, Inc. and its operating partnership.

Are these notes available to U.S. investors?

These Euro Notes were sold outside the United States in reliance on Regulation S and have not been registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933. Therefore, they may not be offered or sold within the United States or to U.S. persons unless they are registered or qualify for an exemption from registration requirements.

What are the key terms of the new notes?

The notes carry a 3.875% interest rate, mature on March 15, 2035, and are senior unsecured obligations of Digital Dutch Finco B.V. The indenture includes covenants that limit the company's ability to incur additional indebtedness and require the maintenance of a pool of unencumbered assets. The notes can be redeemed under certain conditions, including a 'make-whole' premium before a specified period prior to maturity.

DLR 8-K: Material Agreements & Financial Events

Summary

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR) announced a material definitive agreement through its indirect wholly owned finance subsidiary, Digital Dutch Finco B.V., which issued and sold €850 million in aggregate principal amount of 3.875% Guaranteed Notes due 2035. These notes are senior unsecured obligations, fully guaranteed by DLR and its operating partnership, and were sold to investors outside the United States under Regulation S. The net proceeds from this offering, approximately €838.4 million after expenses, are intended for various strategic uses including repaying outstanding borrowings under credit facilities, property or business acquisitions, funding development, investments in interest-bearing accounts and securities consistent with REIT qualifications, and general corporate purposes. This debt issuance represents a significant step in the company's ongoing financing activities to support its growth and operational flexibility.

Key Highlights

1DLR's subsidiary, Digital Dutch Finco B.V., successfully issued €850 million in 3.875% Guaranteed Notes due 2035.
2The Euro Notes are senior unsecured obligations, fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Digital Realty Trust, Inc. and its operating partnership.
3Proceeds will be used for a mix of debt repayment, strategic acquisitions, development funding, and general corporate purposes, including potential debt retirement.
4The notes were sold under Regulation S, indicating an offering made to non-U.S. investors.
5The indenture governing the notes includes restrictive covenants on incurring additional debt and maintaining unencumbered assets.
6The notes mature on March 15, 2035, with interest payable annually on March 15.
7The offering was priced at 99.343% of the principal amount.

DIGITAL REALTY TRUST, INC. 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jan 14, 2025)

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