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PEPSICO INC 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Aug 6, 2008)

Filed August 6, 2008For Securities:PEP

Summary

This 8-K filing by PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) announces the establishment of a new U.S. $2.5 billion Euro Medium Term Note Programme, replacing its existing programme. This programme allows PepsiCo to issue unsecured notes with terms determined at the time of sale, potentially for general corporate purposes. While no notes have been issued yet, this initiative provides PepsiCo with financial flexibility and access to capital markets. Investors should note that the notes issued under this programme will be made pursuant to Regulation S under the Securities Act of 1933, meaning they will not be registered in the U.S. and may not be offered or sold to U.S. persons without registration or an applicable exemption. This structure is common for international debt offerings. The company has entered into related agreements with The Bank of New York and various dealers to facilitate these potential issuances.

Key Highlights

  • 1PepsiCo established a new U.S. $2.5 billion Euro Medium Term Note Programme.
  • 2The new programme replaces the company's existing programme.
  • 3PepsiCo may issue unsecured notes with flexible terms (currency, rate, maturity) as agreed with purchasers.
  • 4Proceeds from note issuances are intended for general corporate purposes.
  • 5No notes have been issued under the new programme as of the filing date.
  • 6Notes will be issued under Regulation S, generally not available to U.S. persons without registration or exemption.
  • 7This move enhances PepsiCo's financial flexibility and access to debt capital.

Frequently Asked Questions

The new U.S. $2.5 billion Euro Medium Term Note Programme provides PepsiCo with a flexible and established framework to access capital markets by issuing debt. It replaces their previous programme, indicating a potential update to their funding strategy and enhancing their ability to raise funds for general corporate purposes as needed.

The notes issued under this programme will generally be made pursuant to Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. This means they will not be registered with the SEC and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to U.S. persons unless an exemption from registration requirements applies. Therefore, direct purchase by most U.S. investors is unlikely without meeting specific criteria.

No, as of the filing date of August 5, 2008, PepsiCo had not yet issued any notes pursuant to the new Euro Medium Term Note Programme. This filing establishes the programme's existence and its terms.

The proceeds from any notes issued under this programme may be used for general corporate purposes. This provides PepsiCo with financial flexibility to manage its operations, fund investments, or address other business needs as they arise.