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Garrett Motion to repurchase $570M preferred stock, convert remaining to common, and boost buyback program
Garrett Motion Inc.
- Agreed to repurchase ~$570M of Series A Preferred from Centerbridge ($280M) and Oaktree ($290M) at $8.10/share, subject to VWAP adjustment.
- All remaining Series A Preferred will convert into common stock at 1:1 on or after July 3, 2023, pending conditions.
- Company plans $700M debt financing via an amended credit agreement to fund the repurchases.
- Board increases share repurchase program to $250M (from prior amount); program expires Nov 15, 2023.
- Centerbridge and Oaktree agree to reduce board designation rights to one designee each and adhere to lock-up and ownership limitations.