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Debt
6 Months Ended
Feb. 27, 2014
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Debt
Debt

 
 
 
 
 
 
February 27, 2014
 
August 29, 2013
Instrument(1)
 
Stated Rate
 
Effective Rate
 
Current
 
Long-Term
 
Total
 
Current
 
Long-Term
 
Total
Elpida creditor installment payments; $1,392 and $1,969 principal amount
N/A

 
6.25
%
 
$
189

 
$
926

 
$
1,115

 
$
527

 
$
1,117

 
$
1,644

Capital lease obligations;
imputed rate of 4.33% and 4.07%
 
N/A

 
N/A

 
352

 
694

 
1,046

 
407

 
845

 
1,252

2014 convertible senior notes;
$419 and $485 principal amount
 
1.875
%
 
7.88
%
 
677

 

 
677

 
465

 

 
465

2019 senior notes;
$462 principal amount
 
1.258
%
 
1.97
%
 
92

 
370

 
462

 

 

 

2022 senior notes;
$600 principal amount
 
5.875
%
 
6.16
%
 

 
600

 
600

 

 

 

2027 convertible senior notes;
$0 and $175 principal amount
 
1.875
%
 
6.95
%
 

 

 

 

 
147

 
147

2031A convertible senior notes;
$0 and $345 principal amount
 
1.500
%
 
6.55
%
 

 

 

 

 
277

 
277

2031B convertible senior notes;(2)(3)
$114 and $345 principal amount
 
1.875
%
 
6.98
%
 
85

 

 
85

 

 
253

 
253

2032C convertible senior notes;(2)
$450 and $550 principal amount
 
2.375
%
 
5.95
%
 

 
385

 
385

 

 
463

 
463

2032D convertible senior notes;(2)
$412 and $450 principal amount
 
3.125
%
 
6.33
%
 

 
342

 
342

 

 
369

 
369

2033E convertible senior notes;(2)(3)
$300 principal amount
 
1.625
%
 
4.50
%
 
275

 

 
275

 

 
272

 
272

2033F convertible senior notes;(2)(3)
$300 principal amount
 
2.125
%
 
4.93
%
 
263

 

 
263

 

 
260

 
260

2043G convertible senior notes;
$1,025 principal amount
 
3.000
%
 
6.77
%
 

 
631

 
631

 

 

 

Other notes payable
 
2.947
%
 
3.51
%
 
297

 
369

 
666

 
186

 
449

 
635

 
 
 
 
 
 
$
2,230

 
$
4,317

 
$
6,547

 
$
1,585

 
$
4,452

 
$
6,037

(1) We have the obligation or option to pay cash for the aggregate amount due upon conversion for all of our convertible notes. Since it is our current intent to settle in cash the principal amount of all of our convertible notes upon conversion, the dilutive effect of such notes on earnings per share is computed under the treasury stock method.
(2) Since the closing price of our common stock for at least 20 trading days in the 30 trading day period ending on December 31, 2013 exceeded 130% of the initial conversion price per share, holders have the right to convert their notes at any time during the calendar quarter ended March 31, 2014.
(3) As a result of these notes being convertible at the option of the holder through March 31, 2014, and because the terms of these notes would require us to pay cash for the principal amount of any converted notes, amounts are classified as current.

Debt Restructure

During the first and second quarters of 2014, we initiated a series of actions to restructure our debt as follows:

Exchange Transactions
In November 2013, we exchanged $440 million in aggregate principal amount of our 2027 Notes, 2031A Notes and 2031B Notes into 3.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2043.

Debt Conversions and Settlements
In November 2013, we announced the termination of the conversion rights for our remaining 2027 Notes, effective on December 13, 2013;
In November 2013, we called for the redemption of our remaining 2031A Notes on December 7, 2013; and
In January 2014, we called for the redemption of our remaining 2014 Notes on March 3, 2014.

During the first and second quarters of 2014, substantially all of the holders of these notes exercised their options to convert their notes and, in each case, we elected to settle the conversion amounts entirely in cash.

Cash Repurchases
In January 2014, we repurchased $164 million in aggregate principal amount of our 2031B Notes, 2032C Notes and 2032D Notes in privately-negotiated transactions for an aggregate of $407 million in cash.

Issuance of Non-Convertible Notes
In February 2014, we issued $600 million in principal amount of 5.875% senior notes due February 2022.

Exchange Transactions: On November 12, 2013, in a series of separate non-cash transactions, we exchanged portions of our 2027 Notes, 2031A Notes and 2031B Notes (collectively, the "Exchanged Notes") into 3.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2043 (the "2043G Notes") (collectively, the "Exchange Transactions"). In connection with the Exchange Transactions, which were accounted for as extinguishments, we issued to holders of the Exchanged Notes new 2043G Notes with an aggregate principal amount at issuance of $820 million, which accretes up to a principal amount at maturity of $1,025 million (see further discussion in "2043G Notes" below). The liability and equity components of the Exchanged Notes had previously been stated separately within debt and additional capital in our consolidated balance sheet. As a result, our accounting for the Exchanged Notes affected debt and equity. In connection with the Exchanged Notes, we recognized a loss of $38 million based on the difference between the carrying values and the fair values of the debt components of the Exchanged Notes (based on Level 2 fair value measurements), which was included in other non-operating expense for the first quarter of 2014. The table below summarizes the Exchange Transactions:

 
 
Principal Amount
 
Carrying Value of Debt
 
Equity
Amounts reduced in connection with the Exchanged Notes:
 
 
 
 
 
 
2027 Notes
 
$
80

 
$
68

 
$
51

2031A Notes
 
155

 
125

 
148

2031B Notes
 
205

 
152

 
212

 
 
440

 
345

 
411

Amounts added in connection with the issued notes:
 
 
 
 
 
 
2043G Notes
 
1,025

 
627

 
173

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) as a result of the Exchange Transactions
 
$
585

 
$
282

 
$
(238
)


Debt Conversions and Settlements: During the first and second quarters of 2014, we initiated a series of actions resulting in a number of debt conversions and settlements. Those actions included the following:

Termination of Conversion Rights of our 2027 Notes – On November 7, 2013, we announced the termination of the conversion rights for our remaining 2027 Notes, effective on December 13, 2013. During the first and second quarters of 2014, substantially all of holders of our 2027 Notes exercised their option to convert their notes and, in each case, we elected to settle the conversion amount entirely in cash.

Redemption of our 2031A Notes – On November 7, 2013, we called for the redemption of our remaining 2031A Notes on December 7, 2013. During the first and second quarters of 2014, substantially all of holders of our 2031A Notes exercised their option to convert their notes and, in each case, we elected to settle the conversion amount entirely in cash.

Redemption of our 2014 Notes – On January 31, 2014, we called for the redemption of our remaining 2014 Notes on March 3, 2014. During the second quarter of 2014, substantially all of the holders of our 2014 Notes exercised their option to convert their notes and, in each case, we elected to settle the conversion amount entirely in cash.

As a result of our elections to settle the conversion amounts in cash, each of the settlement obligations became derivative debt liabilities subject to mark-to-market accounting treatment. Under the terms of the indentures for the above notes, cash settlement amounts for these derivative debt liabilities are determined based on the shares underlying the converted notes multiplied by the volume-weighted-average price of our common stock over a period of 20 consecutive trading days, beginning three days after the holder's election to convert their notes. Therefore, we reclassified the fair values of the equity components of each of the converted notes from additional capital to derivative debt liabilities within current debt in our consolidated balance sheet. In connection with the above, we used an aggregate of $728 million in cash in the second quarter of 2014 to settle conversion activities. A summary of the conversion activities for these notes is as follows:

 
 
Debt Principal Converted
 
Carrying Value of Debt Converted
 
Equity Component Reclassified To Debt(1)
 
Mark-to-Market Loss(Gain)(2)
 
Loss on Settlement(2)
Quarter ended November 28, 2013:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2027 Notes
 
$

 
$

 
$
58

 
$
22

 
$

2031A Notes
 

 

 
115

 
15

 

 
 

 

 
173

 
37

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Quarter ended February 27, 2014:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2014 Notes
 
66

 
65

 
309

 
(1
)
 
1

2027 Notes
 
95

 
80

 

 
4

 
15

2031A Notes
 
190

 
154

 
102

 
12

 
38

 
 
351

 
299

 
411

 
15

 
54

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Six months ended February 27, 2014
 
$
351

 
$
299

 
$
584

 
$
52

 
$
54

(1) Based on Level 2 fair value measurements.
(2) Included in non-operating expense.

In the third quarter of 2014, we used an aggregate of $718 million in cash to settle the remaining 2014 Notes. In connection therewith, we incurred an additional aggregate $8 million of mark-to-market and settlement losses for the 2014 Notes.

Cash Repurchases: In January 2014, we repurchased $164 million in aggregate principal amount of our 2031B Notes, 2032C Notes and 2032D Notes (collectively, the "Repurchased Notes") in privately-negotiated transactions for an aggregate of $407 million in cash. The liability and equity components of the Repurchased Notes had previously been stated separately within debt and additional capital in our consolidated balance sheet. As a result, our accounting for the Repurchased Notes reduced a component of debt and a component of equity. In connection with the Repurchased Notes, we recognized a loss of $11 million (based on Level 2 fair value measurements), which is included in other non-operating expense in the second quarter of 2014. The table below summarizes activity in the second quarter of 2014 with respect to Repurchased Notes:

 
 
Principal Amount
 
Carrying Value of Debt
 
Equity
2031B Notes
 
$
26

 
$
19

 
$
43

2032C Notes
 
100

 
85

 
159

2032D Notes
 
38

 
31

 
60

 
 
$
164

 
$
135

 
$
262



Issuance of Non-Convertible Notes: On February 5, 2014, we issued $600 million in principal amount of 5.875% Senior Notes due February 2022 (the "2022 Notes"). Issuance costs for the 2022 Notes totaled $14 million.

The 2022 Notes contain covenants that, among other things, limit, in certain circumstances, our ability and/or the ability of our domestic restricted subsidiaries (which are generally subsidiaries in the U.S. in which we own at least 80% of the voting stock) to (1) create or incur certain liens and enter into sale and lease-back transactions, (2) create, assume, incur or guarantee certain additional secured indebtedness and unsecured indebtedness of certain of our domestic restricted subsidiaries, and (3) consolidate with or merge with or into, or convey, transfer or lease all or substantially all of our assets, to another entity. These covenants are subject to a number of limitations, exceptions and qualifications.

Cash Redemption at Our Option: Prior to February 15, 2017, we may redeem the 2022 Notes, in whole or in part, at a price equal to the principal amount of the 2022 Notes to be redeemed plus a make-whole premium as described in the indenture governing the 2022 Notes, together with accrued and unpaid interest. Additionally, we may use the net cash proceeds of one or more equity offerings to redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2022 Notes at a price equal to 105.875% of the principal amount together with accrued and unpaid interest. On or after February 15, 2017, we may redeem the 2022 Notes, in whole or in part, at prices above principal amount that decline over time, as specified in the indenture, together with accrued and unpaid interest.

Elpida Creditor Installment Payments

In October 2013, we made the first Elpida creditor installment payment of $534 million from funds that had been held in a current restricted cash account since the acquisition date. The remaining payments are due at the end of each calendar year from 2014 through 2019.

2043G Notes

In connection with the Exchange Transactions, on November 12, 2013, we issued $1,025 million principal amount of 2043G Convertible Senior Notes (the "2043G Notes"). Each $1,000 principal amount at maturity had an original issue price of $800. An amount equal to the difference between the original issue price and the principal amount at maturity will accrete in accordance with a schedule set forth in the indenture.  The initial conversion rate for the 2043G Notes is 34.2936 shares of common stock per $1,000 principal amount at maturity, equivalent to an initial conversion price of approximately $29.16 per share of common stock.

Upon issuance of the 2043G Notes, we recorded $627 million of debt, $173 million of additional capital and $5 million of deferred debt issuance costs (included in other noncurrent assets). The amount recorded as debt was based on the fair value of the debt component as a standalone instrument and was determined using an average interest rate for similar nonconvertible debt issued by entities with credit ratings comparable to ours at the time of issuance (Level 2 fair value measurements). We recorded a debt discount of $398 million for the difference between the debt recorded at inception and the principal amount at maturity. Holders of the 2043G Notes have the right to require us to repurchase all or a portion of their notes on November 15, 2028 at the accreted principal amount, which is scheduled to be $917 million at such date. We have the option to pay cash, issue shares of common stock or any combination thereof, for the aggregate amount due upon conversion. It is our current intent to settle in cash the principal amount of the 2043G Notes upon conversion. As a result, the dilutive effect of the 2043G Notes in earnings per share is computed under the treasury stock method.

Conversion Rights: Holders may convert their 2043G Notes under the following circumstances: (1) if the 2043G Notes are called for redemption; (2) during any calendar quarter if the closing price of our common stock for at least 20 trading days in the 30 consecutive trading days ending on the last trading day of the preceding calendar quarter is more than 130% of the conversion price (approximately $37.91 per share) of the 2043G Notes; (3) if the trading price of the 2043G Notes is less than 98% of the product of the closing price of our common stock and the conversion rate of the 2043G Notes during the periods specified in the indenture; (4) if specified distributions or corporate events occur, as set forth in the indenture; or (5) at any time after August 15, 2043.

Cash Redemption at Our Option: Prior to November 20, 2018, we may redeem for cash the 2043G Notes if the closing price of our common stock is more than 130% of the conversion price for at least 20 trading days in the 30 consecutive trading days ending within five trading days prior to the date on which we provide notice of redemption. The redemption price would equal the principal amount at maturity plus accrued and unpaid interest. On or after November 20, 2018, we may redeem for cash the 2043G Notes without regard to the closing price of our common stock. The redemption price would equal the accreted principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest. If we redeem the 2043G Notes prior to November 20, 2018, we are required to pay in cash a make-whole premium as specified in the indenture.

Cash Repurchase at the Option of the Holder: Holders of the 2043G Notes may require us to repurchase for cash all or a portion of the 2043G Notes on November 15, 2028. The repurchase price is equal to the accreted principal amount at such date plus accrued and unpaid interest. Holders of the 2043G Notes may also require us to repurchase for cash all or a portion of their 2043G Notes at a repurchase price equal to the accreted principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest upon a change in control or a termination of trading, as defined in the indenture.

2019 Notes

On December 20, 2013, we issued $462 million in principal amount of 1.258% Secured Notes due January 2019 (the "2019 Notes"). The 2019 Notes mature on January 15, 2019 and are collateralized by certain equipment which had a carrying value of $240 million as of February 27, 2014. The principal amount of the 2019 Notes is payable in 10 consecutive semi-annual installments payable in January and July of each year, commencing in July 2014. The Export-Import Bank of the United States ("Ex-Im Bank") guaranteed payment of all regularly scheduled installment payments of principal of, and interest on, the 2019 Notes. We paid $23 million to Ex-Im Bank for its guarantee upon issuance of the 2019 Notes.

The 2019 Notes contains covenants which are customary for financings of this type, including negative covenants that limit or restrict our ability to create liens or dispose of the equipment securing the 2019 Notes. Events of default also include, among others, the occurrence of any event or circumstance that, in the reasonable judgment of Ex-Im Bank, is likely materially and adversely to affect our ability to perform any payment obligation, or any of our other material obligations under the indenture, the 2019 Notes or under any other related transaction documents to which Ex-Im Bank is a party.

Cash Redemption at Our Option: At any time prior to the maturity date of the 2019 Notes, we may redeem the 2019 Notes, in whole or in part, at a price equal to the principal amount of the 2019 Notes to be redeemed plus a make-whole premium as described in the indenture, together with accrued and unpaid interest.

Other Notes Payable

On February 27, 2014, in connection with our acquisition of an additional 9.87% interest in MMT, we recorded a $127 million note payable to the seller in monthly installments, without interest, from March 2014 through December 2014.

Convertible Notes With Debt and Equity Components

Accounting standards for convertible debt instruments that may be fully or partially settled in cash upon conversion require the debt and equity components to be separately accounted for in a manner that reflects a nonconvertible borrowing rate when interest expense is recognized in subsequent periods. The amount initially recorded as debt is based on the fair value of the debt component as a standalone instrument, determined using an average interest rate for similar nonconvertible debt issued by entities credit ratings similar to ours at the time of issuance. The difference between the debt recorded at inception and its principal amount is accreted to principal through interest expense through the estimated life of the note.

The terms of certain of our convertible notes give holders the right to require us to repurchase all or a portion of their notes at a date or dates earlier than the contractual maturity of the notes or upon the occurrence of certain events or circumstances. In these cases, we amortize any initial debt discount or imputed interest over the period from issuance of the notes through the earliest date that holders can require us to repurchase all or a portion of their notes. As a result, the period of amortization can be significantly shorter than the contractual maturity. (See "Holder Put Date" in the table below.)

As of February 27, 2014, the trading price of our common stock was higher than the initial conversion prices of all of our outstanding convertible notes, except for the 2043G Notes. As a result, the conversion values were in excess of principal amounts for such notes. The following table sets forth, as of February 27, 2014, a summary of certain features of our convertible notes:

 
 
Holder Put Date
 
Outstanding Principal
 
Shares Issuable Upon Conversion
 
Initial Conversion Price Per Share
 
Conversion Price Per Share Threshold(1)
 
Conversion Value
in Excess of Principal(2)
2031B Notes
 
August 2020
 
$
114

 
12

 
$
9.50

 
$
12.35

 
$
176

2032C Notes
 
May 2019
 
450

 
47

 
9.63
 
12.52
 
681

2032D Notes
 
May 2021
 
412

 
41

 
9.98
 
12.97
 
587

2033E Notes
 
February 2018
 
300

 
27

 
10.93
 
14.21
 
364

2033F Notes
 
February 2020
 
300

 
27

 
10.93
 
14.21
 
364

2043G Notes(3)
 
November 2028
 
1,025

 
35

 
29.16
 
37.91
 

 
 
 
 
$
2,601

 
189

 
 
 
 
 
$
2,172

(1) 
Holders have the right to convert all or a portion of their notes at a date or dates earlier than the contractual maturity if, during any calendar quarter, the closing price of our common stock for at least 20 trading days in the 30 consecutive trading days ending on the last trading day of the preceding calendar quarter is more than 130% of the initial conversion price.
(2) 
Based on our closing share price of $24.19 as of February 27, 2014.
(3) 
The original principal amount of $820 million accretes up to $917 million in November 2028 and $1,025 million at maturity in 2043.

Contractual Maturities

The table below sets forth the contractual maturities of the Elpida creditor installment payments, convertible notes and other notes payable as of February 27, 2014:

Remainder of 2014
 
$
883

2015
 
515

2016
 
441

2017
 
410

2018
 
609

2019 and thereafter
 
3,443

Discounts
 
(800
)
 
 
$
5,501