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EDISON INTERNATIONAL 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Feb 27, 2007)

Filed February 27, 2007For Securities:EIX

Summary

This 8-K filing from Edison International (EIX) primarily details two key developments for investors. Firstly, the company has amended and restated its credit agreement, significantly increasing its revolving credit facility from $1.0 billion to $1.5 billion. This enhanced financial flexibility, with a new termination date of February 23, 2012, is intended for general corporate purposes, indicating management's proactive approach to liquidity and operational needs. Secondly, the filing reports on executive compensation. The Compensation and Executive Personnel Committee approved long-term incentive awards for 2007, including stock options, performance shares, and restricted stock units, with the latter vesting in January 2010 and payable in common stock. Additionally, 2006 cash bonuses for named executive officers were disclosed, with John E. Bryson receiving the largest bonus of $1,936,000. These compensation details provide insight into the company's incentive structures and rewards for its leadership.

Key Highlights

  • 1Edison International amended and restated its Credit Agreement, increasing its revolving credit facility from $1.0 billion to $1.5 billion.
  • 2The Credit Agreement's termination date was extended to February 23, 2012, with provisions for extension.
  • 3The increased credit facility is designated for general corporate purposes, enhancing financial flexibility.
  • 4Edison International's Compensation Committee approved long-term incentive awards for 2007 for executive officers.
  • 5These long-term incentives include nonqualified stock options, performance shares, and restricted stock units.
  • 6Restricted stock units are set to vest on January 2, 2010, and will be paid in Edison International common stock.
  • 72006 cash bonuses for named executive officers were disclosed, with John E. Bryson receiving $1,936,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

The increase in the revolving credit facility from $1.0 billion to $1.5 billion provides Edison International with greater financial flexibility. This enhanced capacity can be used for general corporate purposes, supporting operational needs, potential investments, or managing short-term liquidity requirements.

The 2007 long-term incentive awards consist of three components: Edison International nonqualified stock options, Edison International performance shares, and Edison International restricted stock units. The restricted stock units are a new component for this year and are scheduled to vest on January 2, 2010.

The restricted stock units, once vested, will be paid in shares of Edison International common stock, subject to required tax withholding.

John E. Bryson, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer of Edison International, received the largest 2006 cash bonus, amounting to $1,936,000.