What was the primary purpose of these exchange offers and consent solicitations?

The primary purpose was to simplify Fifth Third Bancorp's debt structure by exchanging older notes originally from Comerica Incorporated and assumed by FTFC for new notes issued directly by Fifth Third Bancorp. Additionally, the consent solicitations aimed to remove certain restrictive covenants and events of default from the indentures of the exchanged notes, thereby reducing ongoing compliance requirements and simplifying the debt obligations.

How much of the existing debt was exchanged, and what is the total principal amount of the new notes issued?

A substantial portion of the existing notes was exchanged. Specifically, $334.781 million of the 4.000% Senior Notes due 2029 and $938.170 million of the 5.982% Fixed-To-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2030 were tendered and accepted. In exchange, Fifth Third Bancorp issued approximately $1.27 billion in aggregate principal amount of New Fifth Third Notes.

What are the key changes to the indentures of the notes that were not exchanged?

The notes that were not exchanged remain obligations of FTFC and are now subject to the 'Proposed Amendments.' These amendments, effected through supplemental indentures, removed several sections and provisions from the original indentures. These include specific events of default, certain terms for consolidation or mergers, provisions on existence, maintenance of properties, and payment of taxes and claims, among others.

What are the terms of the newly issued Fifth Third Notes, and are they registered with the SEC?

The new notes consist of 4.000% Senior Notes due 2029 and 5.982% Fixed-To-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2030, with specific maturity dates and interest rate structures. The 5.982% notes will convert to a floating rate (Compounded SOFR plus 2.155%) after January 30, 2029. These New Fifth Third Notes have not been registered with the SEC and are subject to restrictions on sale in the United States unless registered or an exemption applies. Fifth Third has entered into a registration rights agreement to file registration statements within 365 days to facilitate potential resales.

FIFTH THIRD BANCORP 8-K SEC Disclosure

01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed June 10, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) has successfully completed its exchange offers and consent solicitations for certain outstanding notes originally issued by Comerica Incorporated and assumed by Fifth Third Financial Corporation (FTFC).

This transaction, finalized on June 10, 2026, involved exchanging existing FTFC notes for new notes issued by Fifth Third Bancorp and cash. Concurrently, Fifth Third obtained consent to amend the indentures governing the existing notes, removing several covenants, restrictive provisions, and events of default. This strategic move aims to streamline the company's debt structure and potentially reduce compliance burdens associated with these legacy obligations.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

Completion of Exchange Offers: Fifth Third Bancorp successfully exchanged a significant portion of its existing FTFC senior notes for newly issued Fifth Third Bancorp senior notes and cash.
Consent Solicitation Success: Requisite consents were obtained to amend the indentures of the exchanged notes, eliminating certain restrictive covenants and events of default.
Debt Restructuring: The transaction effectively retires a substantial principal amount of the acquired Comerica debt, simplifying the company's overall debt profile.
Issuance of New Debt: Approximately $1.27 billion in aggregate principal amount of New Fifth Third Notes (4.000% Senior Notes due 2029 and 5.982% Fixed-To-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2030) were issued.
Amended Indentures: Supplemental indentures were executed to reflect the removal of covenants related to events of default, consolidation/merger terms, existence, property maintenance, and tax/claim payments for the affected notes.
Registration Rights Agreement: A registration rights agreement was entered into, requiring Fifth Third to file registration statements for the new notes within 365 days to allow for potential resales, with penalties for non-compliance.
Securities Not Registered: The newly issued Fifth Third Notes have not been registered with the SEC and are subject to restrictions on offer and sale in the U.S. without registration or applicable exemptions.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the primary purpose of these exchange offers and consent solicitations?
The primary purpose was to simplify Fifth Third Bancorp's debt structure by exchanging older notes originally from Comerica Incorporated and assumed by FTFC for new notes issued directly by Fifth Third Bancorp. Additionally, the consent solicitations aimed to remove certain restrictive covenants and events of default from the indentures of the exchanged notes, thereby reducing ongoing compliance requirements and simplifying the debt obligations.
How much of the existing debt was exchanged, and what is the total principal amount of the new notes issued?
A substantial portion of the existing notes was exchanged. Specifically, $334.781 million of the 4.000% Senior Notes due 2029 and $938.170 million of the 5.982% Fixed-To-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2030 were tendered and accepted. In exchange, Fifth Third Bancorp issued approximately $1.27 billion in aggregate principal amount of New Fifth Third Notes.
What are the key changes to the indentures of the notes that were not exchanged?
The notes that were not exchanged remain obligations of FTFC and are now subject to the 'Proposed Amendments.' These amendments, effected through supplemental indentures, removed several sections and provisions from the original indentures. These include specific events of default, certain terms for consolidation or mergers, provisions on existence, maintenance of properties, and payment of taxes and claims, among others.
What are the terms of the newly issued Fifth Third Notes, and are they registered with the SEC?
The new notes consist of 4.000% Senior Notes due 2029 and 5.982% Fixed-To-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2030, with specific maturity dates and interest rate structures. The 5.982% notes will convert to a floating rate (Compounded SOFR plus 2.155%) after January 30, 2029. These New Fifth Third Notes have not been registered with the SEC and are subject to restrictions on sale in the United States unless registered or an exemption applies. Fifth Third has entered into a registration rights agreement to file registration statements within 365 days to facilitate potential resales.

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