Microsoft completes $25 billion issuance of 10 tranches of bonds, maturing in 2066

Microsoft (MSFT.US) completed a $25 billion bond issuance on November 4, divided into 10 tranches, including $2 billion in floating-rate bonds and $23 billion in fixed-rate bonds. The maturities range from 2028 to 2066, with fixed-rate bond coupon rates between 4.85% and 6.35%. The underwriters include JPMorgan, UBS, and Wells Fargo.