FedEx (NYSE: FDX) sets €358.6M cash redemption for 1.300% 2031 notes
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Filing Sentiment
Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
FedEx Corporation will redeem all €354,878,000 outstanding principal of its 1.300% Notes due 2031 (NYSE: FDX 31). The redemption will occur on May 28, 2026 and constitutes a full repayment of this euro-denominated bond.
The company set the total Redemption Price at €358,619,289.16, which includes €3,741,289.16 of accrued and unpaid interest to the redemption date. The cash amount was calculated under the indenture using the greater of par or a make-whole formula tied to a comparable government bond rate plus 25 basis points.
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8-K Event Classification
Item 8.01 — Other Events
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Item 8.01
Other Events
Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Key Figures
Principal amount of notes: €354,878,000
Total Redemption Price: €358,619,289.16
Accrued interest included: €3,741,289.16
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Principal amount of notes
€354,878,000
1.300% Notes due 2031 to be fully redeemed
Total Redemption Price
€358,619,289.16
Aggregate cash payment on May 28, 2026
Accrued interest included
€3,741,289.16
Accrued and unpaid interest to redemption date
Coupon rate
1.300%
Interest rate on Notes due 2031
Par call date reference
May 5, 2031
Date used in make-whole calculation of remaining payments
Redemption date
May 28, 2026
Scheduled date of full bond redemption
Spread over gov't bond
25 basis points
Premium over comparable government bond rate in pricing formula
Key Terms
Redemption Price, comparable government bond rate, ACTUAL/ACTUAL (ICMA), par call date, +1 more
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Redemption Price financial
"The Notes will be redeemed at a redemption price equal to the greater of..."
The redemption price is the amount of money a person receives when they sell or redeem a bond or investment before it matures. It’s important because it determines how much you get back and can affect your overall profit or loss on the investment. Think of it like the price you get when returning a gift card early—it's the value you receive at that time.
comparable government bond rate financial
"discounted to the Redemption Date... at a comparable government bond rate..."
ACTUAL/ACTUAL (ICMA) financial
"discounted to the Redemption Date on an ACTUAL/ACTUAL (ICMA) day count basis..."
par call date financial
"that would be due if the Notes matured on May 5, 2031 (the par call date)"
The par call date is the specific time when a company can choose to pay back a bond or debt in full at its original value, known as the face amount or par value. It matters to investors because it indicates when the issuer might repay the debt early, potentially affecting investment plans or expected income. Think of it like a fixed date when a loan can be fully settled, giving investors clarity on when they might get their money back.
aggregate principal amount financial
"all €354,878,000 outstanding aggregate principal amount of its 1.300% Notes due 2031"
The aggregate principal amount is the total amount of money borrowed through a bond or loan that the borrower promises to repay. It’s like the original price tag on a loan or bond, showing how much money is involved in the deal. This number matters because it indicates the size of the debt and helps investors understand the scale of the borrowing.
FAQ
What did FedEx (FDX) announce about its 1.300% Notes due 2031?
FedEx announced a full redemption of its 1.300% Notes due 2031. It will repay the entire €354,878,000 principal on May 28, 2026, effectively retiring this euro-denominated debt ahead of the scheduled 2031 maturity.
What is the total Redemption Price for FedEx’s 2031 notes (FDX 31)?
The total Redemption Price is €358,619,289.16 for the €354,878,000 principal. This amount includes €3,741,289.16 of accrued and unpaid interest to the May 28, 2026 redemption date, calculated under the indenture’s make-whole and interest provisions.
When will FedEx’s 1.300% Notes due 2031 be redeemed?
FedEx set May 28, 2026 as the redemption date for these notes. On that date, holders are scheduled to receive the Redemption Price in cash, fully repaying the 1.300% Notes due 2031 and ending future interest payments on this bond.
How was the Redemption Price for FedEx’s 2031 notes determined?
The Redemption Price is the greater of 100% of principal or a make-whole amount. That make-whole uses the present value of remaining scheduled payments discounted at a comparable government bond rate plus 25 basis points, plus accrued interest to the redemption date.
How much accrued interest is included in FedEx’s 2031 notes Redemption Price?
The Redemption Price includes €3,741,289.16 of accrued and unpaid interest. This interest amount is added on top of the principal-based redemption calculation, compensating noteholders for interest earned up to the May 28, 2026 redemption date.