Bank of New York Mellon Finalizes $495M Preferred Stock Offering

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Bank of New York Mellon announced the completion of its $495 million public offering of Series M Noncumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, confirming the issuance of 500,000 depositary shares.

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• Offering Finalized

  The company confirmed the completion of a public offering of 500,000 depositary shares, each representing a 1/100th interest in Series M Noncumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, issued on March 5, 2026.

• Capital Raised

  The offering generated $495 million in proceeds for the company, with depositary shares priced at $990.00 each.

• Preferred Stock Terms Established

  The Certificate of Designations for the Series M Preferred Stock was filed on March 4, 2026, establishing a liquidation preference of $100,000 per share and a fixed-to-floating dividend rate (5.625% initially, then Five-Year Treasury Rate + 2.034%).

• Protective Covenants

  The terms include standard restrictions on common stock dividends and repurchases if preferred dividends are not declared and paid.

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This 8-K filing provides the definitive legal documentation and confirms the successful issuance of the Series M Noncumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock and associated depositary shares, following the preliminary announcement on February 26, 2026. The offering generated $495 million in proceeds, strengthening the company's capital position. The preferred stock features a fixed-to-floating dividend rate and includes standard provisions that restrict common stock dividends or repurchases if preferred dividends are not paid. This capital raise is a routine financial management activity for a large financial institution, aimed at maintaining a robust balance sheet.