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confidence high
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CMS Energy issues 9.2M depositary shares of 4.200% Series C Preferred Stock, net proceeds ~$224.5M
CMS ENERGY CORP
- Issued 9.2M depositary shares (1/1000th interest) of 4.200% Series C Preferred Stock, $25 liquidation preference per share.
- Net proceeds to CMS of ~$224.5M after underwriting discounts and expenses.
- Proceeds to be used for general corporate purposes, including working capital and debt repayment.
- Dividends on common stock and share repurchases restricted unless cumulative preferred dividends are paid.
- Total offering expenses estimated at $1.13M, including legal, rating agency, SEC fees.