other material
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.65
3D SYSTEMS CORP (DDD): auditor change — 3D Systems repurchases $135M convertible notes at 26% discount; appoints Deloitte as new auditor
3D SYSTEMS CORP
- Repurchased ~$135M principal of 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 for ~$100M cash, a 26% discount to par.
- Remaining principal reduced from $460M to ~$325M; notes have 0% coupon and mature November 2026.
- Audit Committee dismissed BDO USA and engaged Deloitte & Touche for FY2024 audit, effective after 2023 audit completion.
- No accounting disagreements with BDO; two previously disclosed material weaknesses in internal controls are being remediated.
- Repurchase expected to close December 13, 2023; cancelled notes will reduce debt by nearly 30%.