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T-Mobile US, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Obligation (Sep 19, 2017)

Filed September 19, 2017For Securities:TMUSTMUSZTMUSITMUSL

Summary

This 8-K filing from T-Mobile US, Inc. (TMUS) on September 18, 2017, details the issuance of $500 million in aggregate principal amount of 5.375% Senior Notes due 2027-1. These notes were issued by T-Mobile USA, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary, to its majority stockholder, Deutsche Telekom AG (DT). This issuance represents the final tranche of high-yield debt under a previously established $3.5 billion purchase agreement. From an investor's perspective, this transaction signifies T-Mobile's continued reliance on debt financing, particularly from its parent company. While the issuance did not involve upfront fees to DT, it increases T-Mobile's overall leverage. The notes are senior unsecured obligations, guaranteed by the Company and certain subsidiaries, and mature in April 2027. Investors should note the change of control provisions and covenants that restrict the company's financial flexibility.

Key Highlights

  • 1T-Mobile USA issued $500 million in 5.375% Senior Notes due 2027-1.
  • 2The notes were issued to Deutsche Telekom AG (DT), T-Mobile's majority stockholder.
  • 3This issuance is the final tranche under a $3.5 billion debt purchase agreement with DT.
  • 4The notes mature on April 15, 2027, with interest paid semi-annually.
  • 5The notes are senior unsecured obligations, guaranteed by T-Mobile US, Inc. and certain domestic subsidiaries.
  • 6The issuance includes change of control provisions that could trigger a repurchase by T-Mobile USA.
  • 7The Indenture contains covenants restricting debt incurrence, dividends, investments, and asset disposals.

Frequently Asked Questions

This $500 million issuance represents the final tranche of high-yield debt under a previously established $3.5 billion purchase agreement with Deutsche Telekom AG (DT), T-Mobile's majority stockholder. It serves as a means of financing for T-Mobile.

The notes bear a 5.375% annual interest rate, mature on April 15, 2027, and interest payments are made semi-annually. They are senior unsecured obligations of T-Mobile USA, guaranteed by T-Mobile US, Inc. and certain subsidiaries.

Yes, the notes include a change of control provision. If a specified change of control occurs and is followed by a rating downgrade within a certain period, noteholders may require T-Mobile USA to repurchase the notes at 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest.

The Indenture includes covenants that restrict T-Mobile USA and its subsidiaries from incurring additional debt, paying dividends and making distributions, making certain investments, repurchasing stock, creating liens, engaging in affiliate transactions, restricting subsidiary dividends, and merging or selling substantially all of their assets, subject to certain exceptions.