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NEXTERA ENERGY INC 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Apr 28, 2017)

Filed April 28, 2017For Securities:NEENEE-PNNEE-PSNEE-PTNEE-PWNEE-PVNEE-PU

Summary

NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) announced through its wholly-owned subsidiary, NextEra Energy Capital Holdings, Inc. (NEECH), the successful issuance of $1.25 billion in 3.55% Debentures due May 1, 2027. These debentures are guaranteed by the parent company, NEE, providing an additional layer of security for investors. The primary purpose of this debt issuance is to refinance upcoming maturities of NEECH's existing debt, specifically $600 million of Series E Debentures due June 1, 2017, and $650 million of Series F Debentures due September 1, 2017. The net proceeds will be added to NEECH's general funds, which will be utilized for these debt repayments. Pending their use, the funds are intended for investments in energy and power projects and general corporate purposes, potentially including the reduction of outstanding commercial paper. This proactive debt management demonstrates NEE's commitment to maintaining a healthy balance sheet and securing long-term financing for its operations and growth initiatives.

Key Highlights

  • 1NextEra Energy Capital Holdings, Inc. (NEECH), a subsidiary of NEE, issued $1.25 billion in 3.55% Debentures due May 1, 2027.
  • 2The newly issued debentures are guaranteed by NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE).
  • 3The proceeds are earmarked to repay $600 million of Series E Debentures maturing June 1, 2017, and $650 million of Series F Debentures maturing September 1, 2017.
  • 4This debt issuance refinances upcoming maturities, demonstrating proactive financial management.
  • 5Net proceeds will be used for debt repayment, investments in energy projects, and general corporate purposes.
  • 6The offering was registered under the Securities Act of 1933.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose is to refinance upcoming debt maturities of NextEra Energy Capital Holdings, Inc., specifically $600 million of Series E Debentures due June 1, 2017, and $650 million of Series F Debentures due September 1, 2017.

The new debentures carry a coupon rate of 3.55% and mature on May 1, 2027.

The guarantee by NEE means that NextEra Energy, Inc. is directly responsible for the repayment of these debentures, providing an added layer of credit security for the debenture holders.

Pending their use for debt repayment, NEECH intends to use the general funds to fund investments in energy and power projects and for other general corporate purposes, which may include repaying outstanding commercial paper.