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T-Mobile US, Inc. 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jun 22, 2020)

Filed June 22, 2020For Securities:TMUSTMUSZTMUSITMUSL

Summary

T-Mobile US, Inc. (TMUS) has filed an 8-K detailing a Master Framework Agreement with SoftBank Group Corp. and Deutsche Telekom AG. This agreement facilitates SoftBank's monetization of a portion of its T-Mobile stockholding. Key benefits for T-Mobile and its stockholders include a $300 million fee from SoftBank, the opportunity for non-affiliated stockholders to participate in a Rights Offering at the same price as the Public Equity Offering, and the immediate forfeiture of certain governance rights by SoftBank. The transaction involves SoftBank selling approximately 198 million shares. This will be executed through a Public Equity Offering by T-Mobile (to repurchase shares), a Mandatory Exchangeable Offering by a trust, and the aforementioned Rights Offering. The company has structured these transactions to ensure no gain or loss, no increase in outstanding shares or debt, and no dilution to existing common stockholders. Additionally, call options have been granted by SoftBank to T-Mobile Agent and Deutsche Telekom, structured to potentially allow for future share repurchases or acquisitions.

Key Highlights

  • 1T-Mobile entered into a Master Framework Agreement with SoftBank and Deutsche Telekom to facilitate SoftBank's sale of a portion of its T-Mobile stake.
  • 2T-Mobile will receive a $300 million fee from SoftBank upon the closing of the Public Equity Offering.
  • 3A Rights Offering will allow T-Mobile stockholders (excluding SoftBank, DT, and affiliates) to purchase up to 19.75 million shares at the same price as the Public Equity Offering.
  • 4SoftBank is forfeiting certain governance rights (consent and information rights) to T-Mobile.
  • 5The overall transaction structure, including a Public Equity Offering and Share Repurchase Agreement, is designed to avoid dilution to existing T-Mobile stockholders.
  • 6SoftBank is selling approximately 198 million shares through a combination of a Public Equity Offering, a Mandatory Exchangeable Trust Securities Offering, and the Rights Offering.
  • 7Call options have been established between SoftBank, T-Mobile Agent, and Deutsche Telekom, potentially impacting future shareholdings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Master Framework Agreement's primary purpose is to facilitate SoftBank Group Corp.'s decision to monetize (sell) a portion of its significant shareholding in T-Mobile US, Inc. This agreement outlines the terms and structure for SoftBank's stock sale and includes benefits for T-Mobile and its remaining stockholders.

T-Mobile will conduct a Public Equity Offering to sell shares to the public. The net proceeds from this offering will be used by T-Mobile to repurchase an equal number of shares directly from SoftBank (SBGC). The overall effect is intended to be neutral regarding the number of outstanding shares and to avoid dilution to existing stockholders.

The Rights Offering allows T-Mobile's stockholders (excluding SoftBank, Deutsche Telekom, and their respective affiliates) to subscribe for shares of T-Mobile's common stock. They can purchase one share for every 20 shares they own, at the same price per share as offered in the Public Equity Offering. This provides an opportunity for existing minority shareholders to increase their stake at a favorable price.

T-Mobile will receive a $300 million fee from SoftBank. Additionally, SoftBank will reimburse T-Mobile for transaction-related fees and expenses and will indemnify T-Mobile for certain claims arising from its participation. SoftBank is also forfeiting certain governance rights, which simplifies T-Mobile's governance structure.