Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) sells 4.55% senior notes due 2033
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Wells Fargo & Company is offering $5,976,000 of senior unsecured Medium-Term Notes, Series T, with a fixed interest rate of 4.55% per annum and a stated maturity on January 22, 2033.
The notes are issued in $1,000 denominations at an original offering price of $1,000 per note for most buyers, while eligible institutional and fee-based advisory accounts may pay between $991.50 and $1,000 per note. Interest is paid semi-annually on January 22 and July 22, starting July 22, 2026, and holders receive $1,000 per note at maturity plus accrued interest, unless the notes are redeemed earlier.
Wells Fargo may redeem the notes, in whole but not in part, at 100% of principal plus accrued interest on any January 22 or July 22 from January 22, 2028 through July 22, 2032, which can limit the benefit of the fixed 4.55% rate if market yields decline. The notes are senior unsecured obligations subject to Wells Fargo’s credit risk, will not be listed on any exchange, may have limited or no secondary market liquidity, and are expected to be treated as debt for U.S. federal income tax purposes without original issue discount.
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FAQ
What type of security is Wells Fargo (WFC) offering in this 424B2?
Wells Fargo is offering senior unsecured Medium-Term Notes, Series T, with a fixed interest rate of 4.55% per annum and a stated maturity on January 22, 2033. These notes are unsecured obligations of Wells Fargo and rank equally with its other senior unsecured debt.
What are the interest rate and payment schedule on Wells Fargo (WFC) 4.55% notes?
The notes pay interest at a fixed rate of 4.55% per annum, with interest payments made semi-annually on January 22 and July 22 of each year, beginning on July 22, 2026, and also on the stated maturity date or an earlier redemption date.
When can Wells Fargo (WFC) redeem these 4.55% notes before maturity?
Wells Fargo may redeem the notes, in whole but not in part, at 100% of principal plus accrued and unpaid interest on any January 22 or July 22 from January 22, 2028 through July 22, 2032, subject to any required regulatory approval and at least 5 to 30 days’ prior notice.
What are the offering size and price for the Wells Fargo (WFC) 4.55% notes?
The total offering is $5,976,000 in principal amount of notes. The original offering price is generally $1,000 per note, while eligible institutional and fee-based advisory account investors may pay between $991.50 and $1,000 per note.
Will the Wells Fargo (WFC) 4.55% notes be listed or actively traded?
No. The notes will not be listed on any securities exchange or automated quotation system. Any secondary market is expected to be limited, and prices may be lower than the original offering price due to agent discounts, hedging costs and dealer mark-ups.
What are the key risks of investing in Wells Fargo (WFC) 4.55% notes?
Key risks include exposure to Wells Fargo’s credit risk, potential loss if the issuer defaults, the risk that the fixed 4.55% rate becomes unattractive if interest rates rise, the issuer’s right to redeem the notes early, and limited or no secondary market liquidity. The notes are not bank deposits and are not insured by the FDIC or any government agency.
How are the Wells Fargo (WFC) 4.55% notes expected to be treated for U.S. federal tax purposes?
According to counsel’s opinion, the notes will be treated as debt instruments for U.S. federal income tax purposes. Based on representations by Wells Fargo, the issue price should equal the stated principal amount, so the notes should not be treated as issued with original issue discount.