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FIFTH THIRD BANCORP 8-K Report (May 22, 2003)

Filed May 22, 2003For Securities:FITBFITBOFITBPFITB-PIFITB-PMFITB-PAFITBIFITB-PK

Summary

Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) filed an 8-K on May 22, 2003, to report on a significant debt offering. The company entered into an underwriting agreement with Goldman, Sachs & Co. and Lehman Brothers Inc. to sell $500 million in 4.50% Subordinated Notes due June 1, 2018. This offering is part of a larger, previously registered $2 billion securities program. These subordinated notes are a key component of Fifth Third's capital structure, providing long-term funding. Investors should note the coupon rate of 4.50% and the maturity date in 2018, which are important considerations for fixed-income portfolios. The filing also details the associated indenture with Wilmington Trust Company as trustee, outlining the terms and conditions for these subordinated debt securities.

Key Highlights

  • 1Fifth Third Bancorp is issuing $500 million in 4.50% Subordinated Notes due June 1, 2018.
  • 2The offering is underwritten by Goldman, Sachs & Co. and Lehman Brothers Inc.
  • 3These notes are part of a larger $2 billion shelf registration program filed earlier.
  • 4The issuance aims to bolster Fifth Third's long-term capital base.
  • 5Wilmington Trust Company will serve as the Trustee for the subordinated debt.
  • 6The filing includes the underwriting agreement, the indenture, and the global security as exhibits.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this filing is to report the execution of an underwriting agreement for the sale of $500 million in subordinated notes, a significant debt issuance by Fifth Third Bancorp.

The notes are 4.50% Subordinated Notes due June 1, 2018. They carry a fixed interest rate of 4.50% and mature in 2018.

The underwriters for this offering are Goldman, Sachs & Co. and Lehman Brothers Inc., acting as Representatives of the Underwriters.

No, these notes are part of a larger $2 billion shelf registration statement previously filed and declared effective, indicating that Fifth Third Bancorp had pre-authorized the flexibility to issue various securities, including these subordinated notes.