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FREEPORT-MCMORAN INC 8-K Report, Corporate Update (May 31, 2013)

Filed May 31, 2013For Securities:FCX

Summary

This 8-K filing from Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. (FCX) on May 31, 2013, primarily relates to an update regarding a Registration Statement on Form S-4. This registration statement, filed in conjunction with the Gulf Coast Ultra Deep Royalty Trust, concerns the issuance of royalty trust units. The key event noted is the issuance of a revised validity opinion by Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP, reflecting the appointment of a new trustee for the Trust. While this filing doesn't contain operational or financial performance updates, it is significant for investors monitoring the progress and regulatory compliance of the royalty trust setup. It also directs investors to a Form S-4 which includes a proxy statement/prospectus containing crucial details about a proposed transaction involving FCX, the royalty trust, and MMR. Investors are strongly encouraged to review these related filings for comprehensive information on the transaction and associated risks.

Key Highlights

  • 1The filing confirms an update to the Registration Statement on Form S-4 concerning the Gulf Coast Ultra Deep Royalty Trust.
  • 2A revised validity opinion from legal counsel Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP has been issued, acknowledging a new trustee for the Trust.
  • 3This 8-K is supplemental to ongoing filings related to a proposed transaction involving FCX, the royalty trust, and MMR.
  • 4Investors are advised to consult the Form S-4 filing (File No. 333-185742) for detailed information regarding the proposed transaction.
  • 5The filing includes instructions on how to obtain free copies of the proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant SEC filings.
  • 6Information regarding potential participants in proxy solicitations for the proposed transaction is referenced, directing investors to FCX's and MMR's annual reports and the proxy statement/prospectus.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to report a legal update regarding the Gulf Coast Ultra Deep Royalty Trust. Specifically, it announces the issuance of a revised validity opinion from legal counsel due to the appointment of a new trustee for the Trust.

No, this particular 8-K filing does not provide any financial or operational updates for Freeport-McMoRan. Its focus is administrative and legal, related to the setup and regulatory filings for the Gulf Coast Ultra Deep Royalty Trust and an associated proposed transaction.

More detailed information about the proposed transaction involving FCX, the royalty trust, and MMR can be found in the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (File No. 333-185742) filed with the SEC. This filing includes a proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant documents that investors are urged to read.

Free copies of the definitive proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant documents filed with the SEC can be obtained from the SEC's website (www.sec.gov). Alternatively, investors can contact FCX Investor Relations at (602) 366-8400 or [email protected], or MMR Investor Relations at (504) 582-4000 or [email protected].