Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) establishes Series Y and Z note programs

Q: Why did Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) make this 8-K filing?

The company made this filing to submit the Distribution Agreement for its Medium-Term Note Program, Series Y, and Subordinated Medium-Term Note Program, Series Z, to the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Q: Which securities of Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) are listed on the NYSE?

The filing lists common stock and several series of non-cumulative perpetual Class A preferred stock , as well as a guarantee of Medium-Term Notes, Series A, due October 30, 2028 of Wells Fargo Finance LLC , as registered on the New York Stock Exchange.

Q: What key exhibit is included with this Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) filing?

The filing includes as an exhibit a Distribution Agreement dated August 28, 2025 between Wells Fargo & Company and the agent named in that agreement.

Q: Does the Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) filing mention subordinated debt?

Yes. The company established a Subordinated Medium-Term Note Program, Series Z , in addition to a Medium-Term Note Program, Series Y.

Filing Impact

(Moderate)

Filing Sentiment

(Neutral)

Form Type

8-K

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Wells Fargo & Company filed a report describing the establishment of a Medium-Term Note Program, Series Y, and a Subordinated Medium-Term Note Program, Series Z, on August 28, 2025. The filing is primarily to provide the related Distribution Agreement to the Securities and Exchange Commission as an exhibit. The company also lists its common stock and multiple series of non-cumulative perpetual preferred stock, as well as its guarantee of certain medium-term notes of Wells Fargo Finance LLC, as being registered on the New York Stock Exchange.

8-K Event Classification

Item 9.01 — Financial Statements and Exhibits

1 item

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

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08/28/2025 - 05:09 PM

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): August 28, 2025

WELLS FARGO & COMPANY

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

001-02979

No. 41-0449260

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

(Commission File

Number)

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

420 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, California 94104

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: 415-371-2921

Not applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:


Title of Each Class	Trading Symbol	Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered

Common Stock, par value $1-2/3	WFC	New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

7.5% Non-Cumulative Perpetual Convertible Class A Preferred Stock, Series L	WFC.PRL	NYSE

Depositary Shares, each representing a 1/1000th interest in a share of Non-Cumulative Perpetual Class A Preferred Stock, Series Y	WFC.PRY	NYSE

Depositary Shares, each representing a 1/1000th interest in a share of Non-Cumulative Perpetual Class A Preferred Stock, Series Z	WFC.PRZ	NYSE

Depositary Shares, each representing a 1/1000th interest in a share of Non-Cumulative Perpetual Class A Preferred Stock, Series AA	WFC.PRA	NYSE

Depositary Shares, each representing a 1/1000th interest in a share of Non-Cumulative Perpetual Class A Preferred Stock, Series CC	WFC.PRC	NYSE

Depositary Shares, each representing a 1/1000th interest in a share of Non-Cumulative Perpetual Class A Preferred Stock, Series DD	WFC.PRD	NYSE

Guarantee of Medium-Term Notes, Series A, due October 30, 2028 of Wells Fargo Finance LLC	WFC/28A	NYSE

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.12b-2).

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 9.01.

Financial Statements and Exhibits

On August 28, 2025, Wells Fargo & Company established a Medium-Term Note Program, Series Y, and a Subordinated Medium-Term Note Program, Series Z. The purpose of this Current Report is to file with the Securities and Exchange Commission the Distribution Agreement relating to such Programs.

(d)

Exhibits


Exhibit No.	Description	Location

1.1	Distribution Agreement dated August 28, 2025 between Wells Fargo & Company and the Agent named therein.	Filed herewith

104	The cover page from this Current Report on Form 8-K, formatted in Inline XBRL.	Filed herewith

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.


		WELLS FARGO & COMPANY

DATED: August 28, 2025		/s/ Bryant Owens
		Bryant Owens
		Senior Vice President and Assistant Treasurer

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) announce on August 28, 2025?

On August 28, 2025, Wells Fargo & Company established a Medium-Term Note Program, Series Y, and a Subordinated Medium-Term Note Program, Series Z.

Why did Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) make this 8-K filing?

The company made this filing to submit the Distribution Agreement for its Medium-Term Note Program, Series Y, and Subordinated Medium-Term Note Program, Series Z, to the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Which securities of Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) are listed on the NYSE?

The filing lists common stock and several series of non-cumulative perpetual Class A preferred stock, as well as a guarantee of Medium-Term Notes, Series A, due October 30, 2028 of Wells Fargo Finance LLC, as registered on the New York Stock Exchange.

What key exhibit is included with this Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) filing?

The filing includes as an exhibit a Distribution Agreement dated August 28, 2025 between Wells Fargo & Company and the agent named in that agreement.

Does the Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) filing mention subordinated debt?

Yes. The company established a Subordinated Medium-Term Note Program, Series Z, in addition to a Medium-Term Note Program, Series Y.