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STATE STREET CORP 8-K Report, Corporate Update (May 13, 2016)

Filed May 13, 2016For Securities:STTSTT-PG

Summary

State Street Corporation (STT) filed an 8-K on May 13, 2016, primarily to announce an amendment to its Replacement Capital Covenant originally dated April 30, 2007. This amendment is significant for investors as it alters the terms related to the company's junior subordinated debentures due 2028, which are tied to the floating rate capital securities of State Street Capital Trust I. The key impact of this amendment is the broadening of the scope of indebtedness (Eligible Debt) that can succeed to the rights of the "Covered Debt" under the Replacement Capital Covenant. Furthermore, it grants State Street Corporation more flexibility in determining which series of this Eligible Debt will assume those rights under specified circumstances. While not a direct financial event, such covenant amendments can have implications for the company's capital structure and its ability to manage future debt obligations and capital requirements.

Key Highlights

  • 1State Street Corporation amended its Replacement Capital Covenant dated April 30, 2007.
  • 2The amendment concerns the floating rate junior subordinated debentures due 2028, linked to State Street Capital Trust I capital securities.
  • 3The amendment broadens the types of indebtedness eligible to succeed to the rights of the 'Covered Debt' under the covenant.
  • 4The company gains increased flexibility in designating which series of eligible debt will succeed to these rights.
  • 5This action provides State Street with greater control over its capital structure and debt management.
  • 6The filing was made on May 13, 2016.

Frequently Asked Questions

A Replacement Capital Covenant is an agreement that a company enters into, often with holders of its junior subordinated debt, to ensure that certain covenants (like maintaining a minimum level of equity or not incurring excessive debt) are met. It essentially provides a mechanism to "replace" or satisfy certain financial conditions related to that specific debt.

The amendment was made to provide State Street with more flexibility. By broadening the scope of 'Eligible Debt' and allowing the company to choose which debt succeeds to the rights, it can better manage its capital structure and respond to future financial needs or market conditions.

The 'Covered Debt' refers to State Street's floating rate junior subordinated debentures due 2028 that are linked to the floating rate capital securities of State Street Capital Trust I. The amendment impacts the terms under which other debt can assume the rights and obligations related to this specific covenant, potentially affecting the substitutability of debt and the company's overall leverage profile.

This specific 8-K filing is procedural and relates to debt covenants. It does not directly report on current financial performance, earnings, or profitability. However, changes to debt covenants can have indirect implications for financial flexibility and future capital management, which are relevant to long-term investor considerations.