What is the main purpose of the Registration Rights Agreement with MUFG Bank, Ltd.?

The Registration Rights Agreement ensures that MUFG Bank, Ltd., which received stock consideration as part of the acquisition, will have the ability to register and potentially sell those shares in the future. U.S. Bancorp has agreed to maintain the effectiveness of its existing registration statement and to facilitate the process of registering MUFG Bank's shares upon their request.

Why was the stock consideration issued without a standard registration statement?

The stock consideration was issued in reliance on an exemption from registration requirements provided by Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933. This exemption is typically available for private transactions not involving a public offering.

When will investors be able to see the financial impact of the acquisition?

The detailed financial statements and pro forma financial information related to the completed acquisition are not included in this initial 8-K filing. U.S. Bancorp intends to file these required documents on an amended Form 8-K (Form 8-K/A) no later than 71 days from the filing date of this report.

Does this filing indicate that MUFG Bank will immediately sell its U.S. Bancorp shares?

No, this filing does not indicate an immediate sale. The Registration Rights Agreement provides MUFG Bank with the *option* to register and sell their shares in the future, subject to the terms of the agreement and market conditions. The filing primarily establishes the framework for such potential future actions.

USB 8-K: Acquisitions & Dispositions, Material Agreements & More

Summary

U.S. Bancorp (USB) announced the completion of an acquisition and related transactions on December 1, 2022. This filing primarily concerns the execution of a Registration Rights Agreement with MUFG Bank, Ltd., following the acquisition and the issuance of stock consideration. This agreement obligates U.S. Bancorp to use its best efforts to keep its existing Form S-3 registration statement effective and to facilitate the registration of securities held by MUFG Bank upon request, subject to certain conditions. The issuance of this stock consideration was made under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, exempting it from standard registration requirements. Additionally, the company has announced the completion of the acquisition via press release. Investors should note that the full financial statements and pro forma information related to this acquisition will be filed separately via an 8-K/A amendment within 71 days. This current report focuses on the contractual agreements and regulatory notifications surrounding the acquisition's closing rather than the immediate financial impact.

Key Highlights

1U.S. Bancorp completed an acquisition on or before November 30, 2022.
2A Registration Rights Agreement was entered into with MUFG Bank, Ltd. on December 1, 2022.
3The agreement facilitates the registration of securities issued as stock consideration to MUFG Bank.
4U.S. Bancorp commits to keeping its Form S-3 registration statement effective and assisting with future 'takedowns' of securities.
5The issuance of stock consideration to MUFG Bank was conducted under an exemption from registration (Section 4(a)(2)).
6The completion of the acquisition was announced via a press release dated December 1, 2022.
7Required financial and pro forma statements for the acquisition will be filed in a subsequent amendment (8-K/A).

US BANCORP \DE\ 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Dec 1, 2022)

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