Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by AGNC Investment Corp. (formerly American Capital Agency Corp.) on October 3, 2016, covering events occurring on September 30, 2016. The filing documents a corporate name change executed via a short-form merger under Section 253 of the Delaware General Corporation Law.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is strictly administrative and contains no financial performance data.
Material Changes
- Legal Name Change: The company changed its name from "American Capital Agency Corp." to "AGNC Investment Corp."
- Corporate Documents: The Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws were amended to reflect the new name.
- Stock Trading: Common stock continues to trade on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol "AGNC."
Outlook and Management Commentary
Management stated that the merger and name change do not affect the ownership of the Company or the rights and interests of stockholders and other stakeholders. No guidance, risks, contingencies, or unusual items were disclosed in this filing.
Key Facts for Investors
- The name change was effective as of September 30, 2016.
- The ticker symbol "AGNC" remains unchanged.
- There are no changes to the company's capital structure or shareholder rights resulting from this transaction.
- Exhibits include the Certificate of Ownership and Merger and the Third Amended and Restated Bylaws.