What is the primary purpose of issuing these new senior notes?

While the filing doesn't explicitly state the use of proceeds, typically, companies issue debt to strengthen their capital base, fund general corporate purposes, support strategic growth initiatives, or manage existing debt obligations. For Schwab, this likely enhances financial flexibility and capital adequacy.

What are the interest rates and maturity dates for these new notes?

The Notes consist of $1.25 billion of 5.108% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2032 and $1.35 billion of 5.655% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2037. The 'Fixed-to-Floating' designation means the interest rate starts fixed and will convert to a floating rate at some point in the future, as detailed in the indenture documents.

How much capital did Schwab raise in total from this offering?

Schwab raised a total of $2.6 billion in aggregate principal amount from the issuance of both the 2032 and 2037 Notes. After deducting expenses, the company expects to receive approximately $2.582 billion in net proceeds.

Does this debt issuance impact Schwab's credit rating?

This filing reports the issuance of debt, not an official rating action by credit agencies. While an increase in debt can be a factor considered by rating agencies, the direct impact on Schwab's credit rating is not detailed in this 8-K and would typically be announced separately by the rating agencies themselves if there were a change.

SCHWAB CHARLES CORP 8-K SEC Disclosure

01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed August 12, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) announced the issuance of $1.25 billion^a in 5.108% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2032 and $1.35 billion in 5.655% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2037.

The aggregate principal amount for this debt offering is $2.6 billion^b, with net proceeds estimated at approximately $2.582 billion after accounting for underwriting discounts and expenses. These proceeds are intended to bolster Schwab's capital structure, providing financial flexibility for future operations, potential strategic initiatives, or to strengthen its balance sheet.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

Successfully issued $2.6 billion in senior notes across two tranches: $1.25 billion due 2032 and $1.35 billion due 2037.
Secured approximately $2.582 billion in net proceeds from the debt offering.
The notes carry fixed rates of 5.108% (2032 Notes) and 5.655% (2037 Notes) before transitioning to floating rates.
The offering was conducted under Schwab's effective Form S-3 registration statement.
Key financial institutions, including BofA Securities, Citigroup Global Markets, Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, TD Securities (USA) LLC, and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, acted as underwriters.
The issuance is governed by an established Senior Indenture and a Fourth Supplemental Indenture, indicating a structured approach to debt management.
The CFO, Michael Verdeschi, signed off on the filing, signifying executive oversight of this capital-raising event.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary purpose of issuing these new senior notes?
While the filing doesn't explicitly state the use of proceeds, typically, companies issue debt to strengthen their capital base, fund general corporate purposes, support strategic growth initiatives, or manage existing debt obligations. For Schwab, this likely enhances financial flexibility and capital adequacy.
What are the interest rates and maturity dates for these new notes?
The Notes consist of $1.25 billion of 5.108% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2032 and $1.35 billion of 5.655% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Senior Notes due 2037. The 'Fixed-to-Floating' designation means the interest rate starts fixed and will convert to a floating rate at some point in the future, as detailed in the indenture documents.
How much capital did Schwab raise in total from this offering?
Schwab raised a total of $2.6 billion in aggregate principal amount from the issuance of both the 2032 and 2037 Notes. After deducting expenses, the company expects to receive approximately $2.582 billion in net proceeds.
Does this debt issuance impact Schwab's credit rating?
This filing reports the issuance of debt, not an official rating action by credit agencies. While an increase in debt can be a factor considered by rating agencies, the direct impact on Schwab's credit rating is not detailed in this 8-K and would typically be announced separately by the rating agencies themselves if there were a change.

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