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Walmart Inc. 8-K Report (Jul 12, 2002)

Filed July 12, 2002For Securities:WMT

Summary

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. filed a Form 8-K on July 12, 2002, to report the completion of a significant debt offering. The company successfully sold $1,000,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 4.375% Notes Due 2007. This issuance was conducted under a Pricing Agreement dated July 9, 2002, with a syndicate of underwriters led by Lehman Brothers Inc., Goldman Sachs & Co., and J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. This debt offering indicates Wal-Mart's proactive approach to managing its capital structure and funding its operations. Investors can view this as a move to secure long-term financing at a specific interest rate, likely to support ongoing business initiatives and strategic growth. The notes are governed by an Indenture dated July 5, 2001, with Bank One Trust Company, NA, acting as Trustee.

Key Highlights

  • 1Completion of $1 billion debt offering: Wal-Mart successfully issued $1,000,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of Notes.
  • 2Note Details: The Notes are 4.375% Notes due in 2007.
  • 3Underwriting Syndicate: The offering was managed by a group of prominent underwriters, including Lehman Brothers Inc., Goldman Sachs & Co., and J.P. Morgan Securities Inc.
  • 4Financing Strategy: The issuance reflects Wal-Mart's ongoing strategy to secure long-term funding and manage its capital structure.
  • 5Governing Documents: The Notes are established and governed by an Indenture dated July 5, 2001, with Bank One Trust Company, NA as Trustee.
  • 6Financial Subsidiaries Involved: Wal-Mart utilized Cayman Islands-based Finance Subsidiaries in this debt issuance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report the completion of Wal-Mart's debt offering, specifically the sale of $1 billion in 4.375% Notes due in 2007.

The 4.375% interest rate represents the cost of borrowing for Wal-Mart on these specific notes. This rate is likely attractive to investors seeking a fixed return and reflects Wal-Mart's creditworthiness at the time of issuance.

The use of offshore finance subsidiaries is a common practice in global debt offerings. It can facilitate tax efficiency, streamline the issuance process across different jurisdictions, and potentially access a broader investor base for debt issuance, especially for notes intended for international markets or structured in a specific way.

This issuance increases Wal-Mart's total debt. The proceeds from the sale will likely be used to fund general corporate purposes, capital expenditures, or potentially refinance existing debt. It strengthens the company's liquidity and provides capital for strategic initiatives.