This is a routine debt tap under an existing shelf — no credit signal for the preferred stock. Monitor upcoming quarterly filings for any change in leverage or interest coverage ratios that could affect preferred dividend coverage.
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Executive Summary
Wisconsin Electric Power Co issued an additional $300 million of 5.10% Debentures due 2036 via an underwriting agreement dated August 19, 2026, bringing total outstanding to $700 million. This is a routine debt capital markets transaction under an existing shelf registration, with proceeds used for general corporate purposes. No material financial impact on the preferred stock (WELPP) as this is a debt issuance, not an equity or credit event.
Key Facts
- Issued $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.10% Debentures due June 15, 2036
- Underwriting agreement dated August 19, 2026 with BofA Securities, TD Securities, Wells Fargo Securities, and U.S. Bancorp Investments
- Total outstanding Debentures after offering: $700,000,000 (includes $400M original issuance on June 4, 2026)
- Purchase price to underwriters: 96.900% of principal amount plus accrued interest
- Net proceeds to issuer: $290,700,000 (before offering expenses)
- Offered under existing S-3 shelf registration (File No. 333-279581)
Financial Impact
$300M debt issuance at 5.10% coupon, net proceeds $290.7M
Risk Factors
- Increased total debt outstanding to $700M on this series
- 5.10% fixed coupon adds interest expense
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Documents Analyzed
This report is based on 3 SEC documents filed with EDGAR.
| Document | Accession Number |
|---|---|
| 8-K Filing (Primary) | 0001104659-26-100160 |
| Document: 0001104659-26-100160-index.html | 0001104659-26-100160 |
| Document: 0001104659-26-100160.txt | 0001104659-26-100160 |
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| Type | Now | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Aug 24, 2026 9w ago | 8-K | $63.49 $64.50 | ▲ +1.59% | ▲ +1.58% | $62.00 (−2.35%) |
Aug 19, 2026 9w ago | 424B5 | $63.39 $63.16 | ▼ −0.36% | ▲ +1.15% | $62.00 (−2.19%) |
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