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EDISON INTERNATIONAL 8-K Report, Material Agreement (May 13, 2020)

Filed May 13, 2020For Securities:EIX

Summary

Edison International (EIX) announced on May 13, 2020, a registered direct offering to sell approximately 14.18 million shares of its common stock to institutional investors. The offering is expected to raise approximately $800 million in gross proceeds, before deducting fees and expenses. This capital raise is intended to strengthen the company's financial position. The shares are being offered at a price of $56.41 per share, with the transaction anticipated to close around May 15, 2020. Key advisors, including Moelis & Company LLC, Citigroup Global Markets Inc., J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, and Barclays Capital Inc., are facilitating the offering, with estimated fees of $14 million. The offering is being conducted under an existing shelf registration statement. Investors should note that this transaction represents an issuance of new equity, which could potentially dilute existing shareholders' ownership percentage.

Key Highlights

  • 1Edison International is conducting a registered direct offering of common stock, aiming to raise approximately $800 million in gross proceeds.
  • 2The offering involves the sale of 14,181,882 shares of common stock at a price of $56.41 per share.
  • 3The transaction is expected to close on or about May 13, 2020, subject to customary closing conditions.
  • 4Major financial institutions are acting as placement agents for the offering, with estimated fees of $14 million.
  • 5The offering is being made pursuant to an existing shelf registration statement filed with the SEC.
  • 6This equity issuance is likely intended to bolster the company's liquidity and financial flexibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Edison International is issuing new shares through a registered direct offering to raise approximately $800 million in gross proceeds. This capital infusion is likely intended to strengthen the company's financial position, enhance liquidity, and provide financial flexibility for its operations and future investments.

As this is an issuance of new shares, it may result in the dilution of existing shareholders' ownership percentage. The extent of dilution will depend on the total number of outstanding shares before and after the offering.

Edison International estimates that it will incur approximately $14 million in fees payable to the placement agents and other financial advisors, in addition to other expenses related to the offering.

A registered direct offering is a way for a company to sell newly issued securities directly to a group of investors in a registered transaction. This allows the company to raise capital quickly while ensuring compliance with securities regulations.