What were the equity forward agreements?

The equity forward agreements were financial contracts entered into in October and November 2019, linked to a public offering of Xcel Energy's common stock. They allowed Xcel Energy to decide how to settle its obligations, either physically, in cash, or through net share settlement.

How did Xcel Energy settle these agreements?

Xcel Energy chose physical settlement for these agreements. This means they delivered the agreed-upon 11.845 million shares of their common stock.

What was the financial impact of this settlement?

Upon settling the agreements by delivering the shares, Xcel Energy received $720.9 million in cash proceeds. The forward price, which determined this cash amount, was based on the company's November 2019 offering price, adjusted as per the agreement terms.

Does this settlement affect the number of Xcel Energy shares outstanding?

The filing states that Xcel Energy physically delivered shares it had the obligation to deliver under the forward agreements. This implies that the shares were likely already accounted for or will be handled in a way that doesn't represent new dilution beyond what was anticipated at the time of the original offering.

XEL/XELLL 8-K SEC Disclosure

Summary

Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) announced on November 30, 2020, the settlement of its equity forward agreements, originally entered into in October and November 2019. These agreements were associated with a public offering of 11.845 million shares of Xcel Energy common stock, including an over-allotment. The settlement involved the physical delivery of these shares by Xcel Energy, resulting in the company receiving $720.9 million in cash proceeds.

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1Xcel Energy settled equity forward agreements on November 30, 2020.
2The settlement involved 11.845 million shares of common equity.
3The company received $720.9 million in cash proceeds from the settlement.
4This action relates to a public offering of shares initiated in October/November 2019.
5The settlement was executed through the physical delivery of shares.
6The forward price was based on the November 2019 public offering price, with adjustments.

XCEL ENERGY INC 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Nov 30, 2020)

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