debt
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.60
Capital Southwest issues $230M 5.125% convertible notes due 2029
CAPITAL SOUTHWEST CORP
- Issued $230M aggregate principal of 5.125% Convertible Notes due 2029, including full over-allotment exercise.
- Net proceeds of ~$222.7M to redeem 4.50% Notes due 2026, repay credit facility, and for general corporate purposes.
- Initial conversion rate: 40 shares per $1,000 principal ($25.00 conversion price); company may redeem after Nov 20, 2027 if stock >=130% conversion price.
- Notes mature Nov 15, 2029; interest payable quarterly beginning Feb 15, 2025.
- Notes are unsecured, rank pari passu with existing unsubordinated debt, structurally subordinated to subsidiary obligations.