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I have severe doubts on Kmart. They will be operating under a lightened debt load and perhaps an upturn in the economy will put wind in their sails. However, the boat's still leaking.
Do you remember Service Merchandise? Near my house we've got a shuttered Kmart right next to a shuttered Service Merchandise. Just down the street is a Super Walmart and a Target with crowded parking lots.
Walmart won't buy Kmart - not their MO. They'll just continue to squeeze. They might buy some of the pieces after Kmart's gone.
There're some other bankruptcy plays out there, especially in the energy business, that might offer a lot better risk/reward scenario.
Just my opinion..
Do you remember Service Merchandise? Near my house we've got a shuttered Kmart right next to a shuttered Service Merchandise. Just down the street is a Super Walmart and a Target with crowded parking lots.
Walmart won't buy Kmart - not their MO. They'll just continue to squeeze. They might buy some of the pieces after Kmart's gone.
There're some other bankruptcy plays out there, especially in the energy business, that might offer a lot better risk/reward scenario.
Just my opinion..
The old stock is going to be cancelled and you will get a Trust Recovery security.
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Memo #18875
APRIL 28, 2003
KMART CORPORATION - ANTICIPATED ADJUSTMENT
OPTION SYMBOL: LKM
DATE: 05-05-03 ???
On January 24, 2003, Kmart Corporation (âKMRTQ/LKMâ) filed a Plan of Reorganization (the âPlanâ) and a related Disclosure Statement with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The Plan was affirmed by the Court on Tuesday, April 22, 2002. Pursuant to the Plan, all outstanding KMRTQ Common Stock shall be canceled. However, subject to the terms and conditions of the Plan, existing Kmart Corporation Common Shareholders are entitled to receive a distribution of a portion of the Trust Recoveries, if any, on account of the Trust Claims under the Plan. Interests in the Kmart Creditor Trust shall be uncertificated and shall be non-transferable, except under certain circumstances.
THE FOREGOING IS AN UNOFFICIAL SUMMARY OF THE PERTINENT TERMS OF THE PLAN OF REORGANIZATION, BASED ON THE JOINT PLAN OF REORGANIZATION OF KMART CORPORATION AND ITS AFFILIATED DEBTORS AND DEBTORS-IN-POSSESSION DATED JANUARY 24, 2003, AND PREPARED BY OCC FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF CLEARING MEMBERS. OCC ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE SUMMARY. CLEARING MEMBERS SHOULD REFER TO THE JOINT PLAN OF REORGANIZATION FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
CONTRACT ADJUSTMENT
Pursuant to Article VI, Section 11, of OCC's By-Laws, a panel of OCC's Securities Committee has determined to adjust all LKM options as indicated below (the panel consists of two representatives from the Exchanges on which the affected option is traded (in this case the American Stock Exchange (âAMEXâ), and the Chicago Board Options Exchange (âCBOEâ)) and the Chairman of OCC or his delegee, who only votes in case of a tie).
On the business day following the effective date of the Reorganization, existing LKM options will be adjusted to no longer call for the delivery of Kmart Corporation Common Shares upon exercise. LKM CALL OPTION HOLDERS WISHING TO CAPTURE THE POTENTIAL INTEREST DISTRIBUTION, IF ANY, MUST EXERCISE THEIR LKM CALL OPTIONS ON OR BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE KMRTQ PLAN OF REORGANIZATION.
The option symbol LKM will not change.
In settlement of LKM exercise/assignment activity, an LKM put exerciser (or call assignee) will receive a cash payment of the full aggregate strike price amount on the exercise settlement date. An LKM put assignee (or call exerciser) will pay this amount on the exercise settlement date. Settlement will take place through OCCâs cash settlement system on the third business day after exercise.
Since LKM options are American-style, they are exercisable at the election of the holder. Expiration processing for LKM options will take place in the normal fashion, including automatic exercise thresholds.
CATEGORY: CONTRACT ADJUSTMENT
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Memo #18875
APRIL 28, 2003
KMART CORPORATION - ANTICIPATED ADJUSTMENT
OPTION SYMBOL: LKM
DATE: 05-05-03 ???
On January 24, 2003, Kmart Corporation (âKMRTQ/LKMâ) filed a Plan of Reorganization (the âPlanâ) and a related Disclosure Statement with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The Plan was affirmed by the Court on Tuesday, April 22, 2002. Pursuant to the Plan, all outstanding KMRTQ Common Stock shall be canceled. However, subject to the terms and conditions of the Plan, existing Kmart Corporation Common Shareholders are entitled to receive a distribution of a portion of the Trust Recoveries, if any, on account of the Trust Claims under the Plan. Interests in the Kmart Creditor Trust shall be uncertificated and shall be non-transferable, except under certain circumstances.
THE FOREGOING IS AN UNOFFICIAL SUMMARY OF THE PERTINENT TERMS OF THE PLAN OF REORGANIZATION, BASED ON THE JOINT PLAN OF REORGANIZATION OF KMART CORPORATION AND ITS AFFILIATED DEBTORS AND DEBTORS-IN-POSSESSION DATED JANUARY 24, 2003, AND PREPARED BY OCC FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF CLEARING MEMBERS. OCC ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE SUMMARY. CLEARING MEMBERS SHOULD REFER TO THE JOINT PLAN OF REORGANIZATION FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
CONTRACT ADJUSTMENT
Pursuant to Article VI, Section 11, of OCC's By-Laws, a panel of OCC's Securities Committee has determined to adjust all LKM options as indicated below (the panel consists of two representatives from the Exchanges on which the affected option is traded (in this case the American Stock Exchange (âAMEXâ), and the Chicago Board Options Exchange (âCBOEâ)) and the Chairman of OCC or his delegee, who only votes in case of a tie).
On the business day following the effective date of the Reorganization, existing LKM options will be adjusted to no longer call for the delivery of Kmart Corporation Common Shares upon exercise. LKM CALL OPTION HOLDERS WISHING TO CAPTURE THE POTENTIAL INTEREST DISTRIBUTION, IF ANY, MUST EXERCISE THEIR LKM CALL OPTIONS ON OR BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE KMRTQ PLAN OF REORGANIZATION.
The option symbol LKM will not change.
In settlement of LKM exercise/assignment activity, an LKM put exerciser (or call assignee) will receive a cash payment of the full aggregate strike price amount on the exercise settlement date. An LKM put assignee (or call exerciser) will pay this amount on the exercise settlement date. Settlement will take place through OCCâs cash settlement system on the third business day after exercise.
Since LKM options are American-style, they are exercisable at the election of the holder. Expiration processing for LKM options will take place in the normal fashion, including automatic exercise thresholds.
CATEGORY: CONTRACT ADJUSTMENT
For questions regarding this memo call 1-888-OPTIONS or e-mail options@theocc.com.
thanks for the tip on emerging from bankruptcy. I would never buy a common stock on a company in bankruptcy, now I will give it a look.
I have a Kmart down the street, and they are cheaper than walmart on may items.
I have a Kmart down the street, and they are cheaper than walmart on may items.
Buy the bonds if you want.
DO NOT BUY THE COMMON!!!
The common will be worthless.
DO NOT BUY THE COMMON!!!
The common will be worthless.
K-Mart was and is a shithole. Cluttered aisles, out of stock sale items, non-existent help and 90-year-old retiree cashiers who take 20 minutes to ring up 5 items. People don't want to climb over boxes and pallets to find something in a retail store.
Proof of their impending failure is that one of the first things they did in restructuring was to restyle their logo from blue to green. Sure, let's put sparse capital where it will best suit the customer - a new logo.
RadioShack is another example of crappy retailing. Every store is in shambles with that "a shipment has just arrived" look and nothing's in stock except batteries and overpriced toys.
TGT and WMT have friendly personnel , clean stores and have stock. You walk into a WMT and at least they make you feel like you're a welcome entity. KM makes you feel like you barged in on an unkempt relative with no notice.
Proof of their impending failure is that one of the first things they did in restructuring was to restyle their logo from blue to green. Sure, let's put sparse capital where it will best suit the customer - a new logo.
RadioShack is another example of crappy retailing. Every store is in shambles with that "a shipment has just arrived" look and nothing's in stock except batteries and overpriced toys.
TGT and WMT have friendly personnel , clean stores and have stock. You walk into a WMT and at least they make you feel like you're a welcome entity. KM makes you feel like you barged in on an unkempt relative with no notice.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Kmart Corporation and 37 of its U.S. subsidiaries and affiliates emerged from the Chapter 11 reorganization process on May 6, 2003. The Company and the related entities had filed voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code on January 22, 2002. The Companyâs First Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization, as modified (the âPlan of Reorganizationâ), was confirmed by the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois as per an order entered on April 23, 2003. The Plan of Reorganization became effective on May 6, 2003.
The statements made by Kmart on this web site are qualified in their entirety by, and should be read in conjunction with, the more detailed discussions and information in the Plan of Reorganization and Disclosure Statement.
Statements made by Kmart which address activities, events or developments that we expect or anticipate may occur in the future, including certain of the information contained in the Plan of Reorganization and Disclosure Statement, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that reflect the Company's current views with respect to current and future events and financial performance. Such forward-looking statements are and will be, as the case may be, subject to many risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, Kmart's having filed for bankruptcy and factors relating to Kmart's operations and the business environment in which Kmart operates, which may cause the actual results of Kmart to be materially different from any future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements include Kmart's ability to operate pursuant to its exit financing facility; the ability of the Company to obtain and maintain normal terms with its vendors; the ability of Kmart to attract and retain customers; and those set forth in Kmart's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 29, 2003, or in other filings made, from time to time, by Kmart with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Company Filings"). The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date when made and Kmart does not undertake to update such statements.
Is there still a trading market for Kmart Corporation common stock?
No. In accordance with the Plan of Reorganization, when the Company emerged from Chapter 11 on May 6, 2003, the previously issued common stock was cancelled and, as such, trading has ceased.
What distribution are previous equity holders receiving under the Plan of Reorganization?
A Creditorsâ Trust was established for the benefit of the Companyâs creditors to pursue all causes of action arising out of the Company's Accounting and Stewardship Investigations. Except possibly for a minor part of the proceeds, if any, of the Creditorsâ Trust, holders of Kmart Corporationâs former common stock are not going to receive any distributions following emergence and their equity interests have been cancelled.
What is the Creditors' Trust?
It is a trust that was established upon Kmartâs emergence from Chapter 11 to pursue and resolve any legal claims that may arise out of the Companyâs Stewardship and Accounting Investigations. The Company, after consulting with the Statutory Committees established in connection with the Chapter 11 proceedings, had determined that a creditorsâ litigation trust â the Creditorsâ Trust â was the right vehicle to address these matters.
As part of the Plan of Reorganization, a trustee of the Trust was charged with the responsibility of determining which claims to pursue and litigating those claims. The Company will share with the trustees all the evidence gathered during the investigation that is relevant to such claims.
Why arenât the holders of Kmartâs former common stock receiving any distribution following the Companyâs emergence from the Chapter 11 reorganization process except possibly for a minor part of the proceeds, if any, of the Creditorsâ Trust?
Under U.S. federal bankruptcy law, holders of common stock of a company in Chapter 11 are the lowest in priority in bankruptcy and are after secured and general unsecured creditors in terms of their ability to receive a recovery on their claim. In Kmartâs case, there wasnât enough money to distribute to the other creditors to allow for shareholders to be eligible to receive a recovery -- other than the potential recovery from the proposed Creditorsâ Trust.
Will holders of Kmartâs former common stock receive a certificate reflecting their interest in, or right to receive proceeds, if any, from the Creditorsâ Trust?
No. In accordance with the terms of the Creditorsâ Trust, no certificates are to be issued with respect to these interests in, or rights to receive proceeds, if any, generated by, the Creditorsâ Trust.
Can holders of Kmartâs former common stock sell their interests in, or rights to receive proceeds, if any, from the Creditorsâ Trust?
No. Such interests are not transferable except in very limited circumstances such as upon a holderâs death.
Kmart Corporation and 37 of its U.S. subsidiaries and affiliates emerged from the Chapter 11 reorganization process on May 6, 2003. The Company and the related entities had filed voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code on January 22, 2002. The Companyâs First Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization, as modified (the âPlan of Reorganizationâ), was confirmed by the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois as per an order entered on April 23, 2003. The Plan of Reorganization became effective on May 6, 2003.
The statements made by Kmart on this web site are qualified in their entirety by, and should be read in conjunction with, the more detailed discussions and information in the Plan of Reorganization and Disclosure Statement.
Statements made by Kmart which address activities, events or developments that we expect or anticipate may occur in the future, including certain of the information contained in the Plan of Reorganization and Disclosure Statement, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that reflect the Company's current views with respect to current and future events and financial performance. Such forward-looking statements are and will be, as the case may be, subject to many risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, Kmart's having filed for bankruptcy and factors relating to Kmart's operations and the business environment in which Kmart operates, which may cause the actual results of Kmart to be materially different from any future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements include Kmart's ability to operate pursuant to its exit financing facility; the ability of the Company to obtain and maintain normal terms with its vendors; the ability of Kmart to attract and retain customers; and those set forth in Kmart's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 29, 2003, or in other filings made, from time to time, by Kmart with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Company Filings"). The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date when made and Kmart does not undertake to update such statements.
Is there still a trading market for Kmart Corporation common stock?
No. In accordance with the Plan of Reorganization, when the Company emerged from Chapter 11 on May 6, 2003, the previously issued common stock was cancelled and, as such, trading has ceased.
What distribution are previous equity holders receiving under the Plan of Reorganization?
A Creditorsâ Trust was established for the benefit of the Companyâs creditors to pursue all causes of action arising out of the Company's Accounting and Stewardship Investigations. Except possibly for a minor part of the proceeds, if any, of the Creditorsâ Trust, holders of Kmart Corporationâs former common stock are not going to receive any distributions following emergence and their equity interests have been cancelled.
What is the Creditors' Trust?
It is a trust that was established upon Kmartâs emergence from Chapter 11 to pursue and resolve any legal claims that may arise out of the Companyâs Stewardship and Accounting Investigations. The Company, after consulting with the Statutory Committees established in connection with the Chapter 11 proceedings, had determined that a creditorsâ litigation trust â the Creditorsâ Trust â was the right vehicle to address these matters.
As part of the Plan of Reorganization, a trustee of the Trust was charged with the responsibility of determining which claims to pursue and litigating those claims. The Company will share with the trustees all the evidence gathered during the investigation that is relevant to such claims.
Why arenât the holders of Kmartâs former common stock receiving any distribution following the Companyâs emergence from the Chapter 11 reorganization process except possibly for a minor part of the proceeds, if any, of the Creditorsâ Trust?
Under U.S. federal bankruptcy law, holders of common stock of a company in Chapter 11 are the lowest in priority in bankruptcy and are after secured and general unsecured creditors in terms of their ability to receive a recovery on their claim. In Kmartâs case, there wasnât enough money to distribute to the other creditors to allow for shareholders to be eligible to receive a recovery -- other than the potential recovery from the proposed Creditorsâ Trust.
Will holders of Kmartâs former common stock receive a certificate reflecting their interest in, or right to receive proceeds, if any, from the Creditorsâ Trust?
No. In accordance with the terms of the Creditorsâ Trust, no certificates are to be issued with respect to these interests in, or rights to receive proceeds, if any, generated by, the Creditorsâ Trust.
Can holders of Kmartâs former common stock sell their interests in, or rights to receive proceeds, if any, from the Creditorsâ Trust?
No. Such interests are not transferable except in very limited circumstances such as upon a holderâs death.
When will holders of Kmartâs former common stock receive any proceeds from the Creditorsâ Trust?
That will depend on actions taken by the Creditorsâ Trust and its ability to obtain recoveries under any litigation that the Trust may choose to pursue. The Trust has a term of three years.
What are the tax implications of owning cancelled shares? Will the Company issue a letter confirming that the stock has been cancelled?
Holders of the cancelled common stock should contact their financial advisor for more information about the tax implications. Kmart will not be issuing letters confirming that the stock has been cancelled.
What did holders of prepetition bank debt receive under the Plan of Reorganization? What did other creditors receive?
Other than ESL Investments, which is one of our Plan Investors, holders of prepetition debt received 40 cents, in cash, for each dollar of the debt they held. Holders of prepetition notes and debentures issued by Kmart and trade creditors, service providers and landlords with lease rejection claims are sharing in the stock of the reorganized Kmart, other than the shares allotted to the Plan Investors. Information about distributions to other prepetition creditors is provided in the Disclosure Statement.
What distribution did holders of Kmart Corporationâs trust preferred securities receive under the Plan of Reorganization?
When Kmart emerged from Chapter 11 on May 6, 2003, the trust preferred securities were cancelled. In accordance with the Plan of Reorganization, no distribution will be made to holders of trust preferred securities. However, holders of trust preferred securities at the time Kmart emerged from Chapter 11 will be entitled to participate in the proceeds, if any, distributed by the Creditorsâ Trust, as more fully described in the Plan of Reorganization and Disclosure Statement.
What is Kmart Holding Corporation?
As part of the Plan of Reorganization, Kmart Corporation has become a subsidiary of a new holding company known as Kmart Holding Corporation. It is the stock of this new holding company that is being issued and is currently publicly traded.
When will the new common stock of Kmart Holding Corporation be issued?
The new stock is being issued in accordance with the terms of our Plan of Reorganization in satisfaction of certain prepetition obligations (i.e., obligations that existed before we filed for protection under Chapter 11), as well as to our Plan Investors pursuant to an investment agreement which we had entered into with them at the time we first filed our Plan of Reorganization with the Court.
The timing for the receipt of shares by the holders of our prepetition liabilities will depend on the type of liability, as provided in our Plan of Reorganization. On May 6th, we issued shares to the Plan Investors and holders of our prepetition notes, which are referred to as Class 4 claims in the Plan.
Holders of trade vendor/lease rejection claims, which are referred to as Class 5 claims under the Plan, are also entitled to receive shares. However, these will be distributed over time commencing no later than June 30, 2003, as their claims are administered in accordance with the Plan.
Where will the new common stock be listed? On what exchange?
The new common stock of Kmart Holding Corporation is currently traded over-the-counter under the symbol âKMRTâ. Since, at the time we emerged from Chapter 11, there were only a limited number of record holders of our new common stock, we do not presently meet the criteria for listing on NASDAQ or another national securities exchange â which require that we have, at a minimum, a certain number of holders. However, once the new stock is issued to the holders of Class 5 claims â a process that will begin no later than June 30, 2003 â we would expect to meet the various listing criteria to have the new common stock traded on NASDAQ or another national securities exchange.
When will stock be available to individual investors?
The Company is not offering any shares for public sale. Any individuals interested in the new stock will need to look to the public marketplace.
Can shareholders of the former common stock of Kmart Corporation convert their shares into the new common stock of Kmart Holding Corporation?
No. The previous common stock has been cancelled. The new common stock is being distributed to certain creditors of Kmart in satisfaction of their claims â in accordance with the Plan of Reorganization â and was issued to our Plan Investors.
How can I tell if I own shares of the cancelled common stock or the new common stock?
The cancelled common stock was issued by Kmart Corporation. The new common stock is being issued by the newly created holding company, Kmart Holding Corporation.
Who are the members of the new Board of Directors of Kmart Holding Corporation?
In addition to Kmart President and Chief Executive Officer Julian C. Day, the new Board of Directors consists of the following individuals: Edward S. Lampert, Chairman, E. David Coolidge III, William C. Crowley, William Foss, Steven T. Mnuchin, Anne Reese, Brandon Stranzl and Thomas J. Tisch.
Has the new Board of Directors taken office?
Yes. The new Board of Directors was constituted at the time Kmart emerged from Chapter 11 on May 6, 2003.
What is Kmartâs exit financing?
The $2 billion exit financing is a credit facility that replaced the Companyâs $2 billion debtor-in-possession ("DIP") credit line when the company emerged from Chapter 11 on May 6, 2003. The new financing is available to Kmart to help meet its ongoing working capital needs, including borrowings for seasonal increases in inventory.
What is Kmartâs strategy now that it has emerged from Chapter 11?
Kmart has emerged from Chapter 11 as a new and vital enterprise focused on delivering value to customers and stakeholders alike. Our focus going forward will be on continuing to revitalize our business by driving profitable sales, identifying opportunities to further improve efficiency and reduce costs, and enhancing asset productivity. Our associates are facing the future with new energy and enthusiasm â and a renewed commitment to providing our customers compelling promotional values, great private brands and excellent service.
Why are you confident that this strategy will work?
With the financial and legal part of our reorganization behind us, we now have the time and resources to focus with greater intensity on revitalizing the business. Restoring Kmartâs reputation as a leading discount retailer is a top priority of our new leadership, and is supported by a new organizational structure that will help us run the business as efficiently and cost effectively as possible. On top of that, Kmart has tens of thousands of energetic and committed associates across the company. Our team has a sharp focus on the retailing fundamentals â particularly on driving profitable sales growth so that we can improve our market position.
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That will depend on actions taken by the Creditorsâ Trust and its ability to obtain recoveries under any litigation that the Trust may choose to pursue. The Trust has a term of three years.
What are the tax implications of owning cancelled shares? Will the Company issue a letter confirming that the stock has been cancelled?
Holders of the cancelled common stock should contact their financial advisor for more information about the tax implications. Kmart will not be issuing letters confirming that the stock has been cancelled.
What did holders of prepetition bank debt receive under the Plan of Reorganization? What did other creditors receive?
Other than ESL Investments, which is one of our Plan Investors, holders of prepetition debt received 40 cents, in cash, for each dollar of the debt they held. Holders of prepetition notes and debentures issued by Kmart and trade creditors, service providers and landlords with lease rejection claims are sharing in the stock of the reorganized Kmart, other than the shares allotted to the Plan Investors. Information about distributions to other prepetition creditors is provided in the Disclosure Statement.
What distribution did holders of Kmart Corporationâs trust preferred securities receive under the Plan of Reorganization?
When Kmart emerged from Chapter 11 on May 6, 2003, the trust preferred securities were cancelled. In accordance with the Plan of Reorganization, no distribution will be made to holders of trust preferred securities. However, holders of trust preferred securities at the time Kmart emerged from Chapter 11 will be entitled to participate in the proceeds, if any, distributed by the Creditorsâ Trust, as more fully described in the Plan of Reorganization and Disclosure Statement.
What is Kmart Holding Corporation?
As part of the Plan of Reorganization, Kmart Corporation has become a subsidiary of a new holding company known as Kmart Holding Corporation. It is the stock of this new holding company that is being issued and is currently publicly traded.
When will the new common stock of Kmart Holding Corporation be issued?
The new stock is being issued in accordance with the terms of our Plan of Reorganization in satisfaction of certain prepetition obligations (i.e., obligations that existed before we filed for protection under Chapter 11), as well as to our Plan Investors pursuant to an investment agreement which we had entered into with them at the time we first filed our Plan of Reorganization with the Court.
The timing for the receipt of shares by the holders of our prepetition liabilities will depend on the type of liability, as provided in our Plan of Reorganization. On May 6th, we issued shares to the Plan Investors and holders of our prepetition notes, which are referred to as Class 4 claims in the Plan.
Holders of trade vendor/lease rejection claims, which are referred to as Class 5 claims under the Plan, are also entitled to receive shares. However, these will be distributed over time commencing no later than June 30, 2003, as their claims are administered in accordance with the Plan.
Where will the new common stock be listed? On what exchange?
The new common stock of Kmart Holding Corporation is currently traded over-the-counter under the symbol âKMRTâ. Since, at the time we emerged from Chapter 11, there were only a limited number of record holders of our new common stock, we do not presently meet the criteria for listing on NASDAQ or another national securities exchange â which require that we have, at a minimum, a certain number of holders. However, once the new stock is issued to the holders of Class 5 claims â a process that will begin no later than June 30, 2003 â we would expect to meet the various listing criteria to have the new common stock traded on NASDAQ or another national securities exchange.
When will stock be available to individual investors?
The Company is not offering any shares for public sale. Any individuals interested in the new stock will need to look to the public marketplace.
Can shareholders of the former common stock of Kmart Corporation convert their shares into the new common stock of Kmart Holding Corporation?
No. The previous common stock has been cancelled. The new common stock is being distributed to certain creditors of Kmart in satisfaction of their claims â in accordance with the Plan of Reorganization â and was issued to our Plan Investors.
How can I tell if I own shares of the cancelled common stock or the new common stock?
The cancelled common stock was issued by Kmart Corporation. The new common stock is being issued by the newly created holding company, Kmart Holding Corporation.
Who are the members of the new Board of Directors of Kmart Holding Corporation?
In addition to Kmart President and Chief Executive Officer Julian C. Day, the new Board of Directors consists of the following individuals: Edward S. Lampert, Chairman, E. David Coolidge III, William C. Crowley, William Foss, Steven T. Mnuchin, Anne Reese, Brandon Stranzl and Thomas J. Tisch.
Has the new Board of Directors taken office?
Yes. The new Board of Directors was constituted at the time Kmart emerged from Chapter 11 on May 6, 2003.
What is Kmartâs exit financing?
The $2 billion exit financing is a credit facility that replaced the Companyâs $2 billion debtor-in-possession ("DIP") credit line when the company emerged from Chapter 11 on May 6, 2003. The new financing is available to Kmart to help meet its ongoing working capital needs, including borrowings for seasonal increases in inventory.
What is Kmartâs strategy now that it has emerged from Chapter 11?
Kmart has emerged from Chapter 11 as a new and vital enterprise focused on delivering value to customers and stakeholders alike. Our focus going forward will be on continuing to revitalize our business by driving profitable sales, identifying opportunities to further improve efficiency and reduce costs, and enhancing asset productivity. Our associates are facing the future with new energy and enthusiasm â and a renewed commitment to providing our customers compelling promotional values, great private brands and excellent service.
Why are you confident that this strategy will work?
With the financial and legal part of our reorganization behind us, we now have the time and resources to focus with greater intensity on revitalizing the business. Restoring Kmartâs reputation as a leading discount retailer is a top priority of our new leadership, and is supported by a new organizational structure that will help us run the business as efficiently and cost effectively as possible. On top of that, Kmart has tens of thousands of energetic and committed associates across the company. Our team has a sharp focus on the retailing fundamentals â particularly on driving profitable sales growth so that we can improve our market position.
http://www.kmartcorp.com/corp/investor/general/faq.stm