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Extra Space Storage Inc. 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Sep 22, 2021)

Filed September 22, 2021For Securities:EXR

Summary

Extra Space Storage Inc. (EXR) reported on September 22, 2021, the completion of an underwritten public offering of $600 million in aggregate principal amount of 2.350% Senior Notes due 2032. These notes are issued by Extra Space Storage LP, a subsidiary of the Company, and are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by the Company and two trusts, ESS Holdings Business Trust I and II. The offering was priced at 99.797% of the principal amount, resulting in an effective interest rate slightly higher than the stated coupon due to the discount. The proceeds from this issuance will be used by the Company for general corporate purposes. The notes are senior unsecured obligations of the Issuer, ranking equally with other senior unsecured debt but are effectively subordinated to any secured indebtedness and obligations of subsidiaries. Key terms include a maturity date of March 15, 2032, and semi-annual interest payments. The indenture includes restrictive covenants that limit the ability of the Issuer and its subsidiaries to incur additional debt and require the maintenance of unencumbered assets. The Company has the option to redeem the notes prior to maturity under specific conditions, including a make-whole premium, with a provision for redemption at par in the three months preceding maturity.

Key Highlights

  • 1Extra Space Storage LP successfully issued $600 million in aggregate principal amount of 2.350% Senior Notes due 2032.
  • 2The notes are guaranteed by Extra Space Storage Inc. and two trusts (EHBT I and EHBT II), providing a strong credit backing.
  • 3The offering was priced slightly below par at 99.797%, implying a yield slightly higher than the coupon rate.
  • 4Proceeds are intended for general corporate purposes, indicating flexibility in capital allocation.
  • 5The notes are senior unsecured obligations, ranking pari passu with other senior unsecured debt but subordinate to secured debt.
  • 6The indenture includes covenants that restrict additional indebtedness and mandate unencumbered asset requirements.
  • 7The Company retains the option to redeem the notes prior to maturity, subject to make-whole provisions or redemption at par near maturity.

Frequently Asked Questions

The company states the proceeds from this debt issuance are intended for general corporate purposes, which provides flexibility in how the funds will be utilized for ongoing operations, strategic initiatives, or potential acquisitions.

The Senior Notes carry a coupon rate of 2.350% per annum. However, they were issued at a slight discount (99.797% of principal), meaning the effective yield to maturity will be slightly higher than the stated coupon rate.

The notes are senior unsecured obligations of Extra Space Storage LP, ranking equally with other existing and future senior unsecured indebtedness of the Issuer. However, they are effectively subordinated to any secured debt of the Issuer and are subordinate to all existing and future indebtedness and liabilities of the Issuer's subsidiaries.

The indenture includes restrictive covenants that limit the ability of the Issuer and its subsidiaries to incur additional indebtedness. It also requires the Issuer to maintain a pool of unencumbered assets, which helps ensure financial flexibility and provide a cushion for secured debt holders.