8-KSecurities & ListingShareholder MattersRegulation FD+2

EXPAND ENERGY Corp 8-K Report, Listing Notice (Jun 30, 2020)

Filed June 30, 2020For Securities:EXEEXEELEXEEWEXEEZ

Summary

EXPAND ENERGY Corp (EXE) has filed an 8-K report detailing significant developments following Chesapeake Energy Corporation's (CHK) Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has commenced delisting procedures for Chesapeake's common stock due to the bankruptcy. Trading has moved to the OTC Pink Market under the ticker "CHKAQ". While this transition impacts the stock's listing, it is stated to not affect Chesapeake's ongoing operations or SEC reporting requirements. Furthermore, the company has received "first day relief" from the Bankruptcy Court, allowing it to continue business operations as usual, supported by a $925 million debtor-in-possession credit facility. A court order has also been issued to establish procedures for the transfer of common and preferred stock, with any violations rendering such transfers null and void. Investors should note the shift to over-the-counter trading and the strict procedures governing stock transfers.

Key Highlights

  • 1Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK) has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
  • 2The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has initiated delisting proceedings for CHK's common stock.
  • 3Trading of CHK's common stock has commenced on the OTC Pink Market under the symbol 'CHKAQ'.
  • 4The bankruptcy filing and subsequent delisting are not expected to impact CHK's operational activities.
  • 5Chesapeake has secured $925 million in debtor-in-possession financing to support ongoing operations.
  • 6A court order mandates specific procedures for the transfer of common and preferred stock, with violations leading to null and void transactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing is primarily to report that Chesapeake Energy Corporation, following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, has been notified by the NYSE of its intention to delist the company's common stock due to the bankruptcy proceedings.

Effective June 30, 2020, trading of Chesapeake Energy's common stock has commenced on the OTC Pink Market (also known as the 'pink sheets') under the symbol 'CHKAQ'.

According to the filing, the transition to OTC trading and the bankruptcy proceedings do not affect Chesapeake's operations or its reporting requirements under SEC rules. The company has also received court approval for 'first day relief' to continue operating in the ordinary course of business.

A court order has been issued establishing specific procedures and notice requirements that shareholders and potential shareholders must follow when transferring the company's common and preferred stock. Any transfers made in violation of these procedures are considered null and void from the beginning (ab initio).