Royal Bank of Canada Form 6-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K was filed by Royal Bank of Canada on August 12, 2011, for the month of August 2011. The filing serves to incorporate exhibits by reference into the Bank's shelf registration statement on Form F-3 (File No. 333-171806) regarding the issuance of specific Senior Global Medium-Term Notes.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not provide standard financial performance metrics such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, or liquidity ratios. The document focuses exclusively on the terms of a specific debt issuance.
| Security Type | Principal Amount | Settlement Date |
|---|---|---|
| Reverse Convertible Notes Linked to Exxon Mobil Corporation | $3,239,000 | August 12, 2011 |
| Redeemable Step Up Notes Due August 12, 2022 | $5,000,000 | August 12, 2011 |
Material Changes
The filing does not report material changes to the Bank's overall financial condition or operations compared to prior periods. It documents a discrete capital market transaction involving the issuance of structured notes.
Outlook, Risks, and Contingencies
The filing includes legal opinions regarding the validity of the Notes under Canadian, Ontario, Quebec, and New York law. No management commentary, forward-looking guidance, or discussion of general business risks is included in this specific report.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific terms and risks associated with the Reverse Convertible Notes linked to Exxon Mobil Corporation.
- Confirm the maturity date and step-up features of the Redeemable Step Up Notes due August 12, 2022.
- Review the full text of the Pricing Supplements dated August 9, 2011, for detailed pricing and structural information.
- Check the referenced Form F-3 (File No. 333-171806) for broader context on the Bank's debt issuance program.