debt
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.70
BlackBerry prices $175M 3.00% convertible notes due 2029, upsized from $160M
BLACKBERRY Ltd
- Offering upsized to $175M from $160M; initial purchasers option for additional $25M.
- Conversion premium of ~32.5% over $2.93 close; initial conversion price ~$3.88/share.
- Net proceeds ~$169.6M (~$194M if option exercised) to repay $150M 1.75% debentures due Feb 15, 2024.
- Notes mature Feb 15, 2029; interest 3.00% semi-annual; redemption possible after Feb 22, 2027 under conditions.
- Closing expected Jan 29, 2024, subject to TSX approval and customary conditions.