debt
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.65
Spectrum Brands prices $300M exchangeable notes due 2029; $50M share repurchase concurrent
Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc.
- Raises $300M in 3.375% exchangeable senior notes due 2029; net proceeds ~$291.6M after underwriter discount.
- Initial exchange price ~$121.86/share (30% premium over May 20 closing price); exchange rate 8.2060 shares/$1,000.
- Proceeds to fund $21.6M capped call (cap ~$159.36/share, 70% premium) and $50M SPB common stock buyback.
- Notes are senior unsecured, guaranteed by parent and domestic subs; redeemable after June 7, 2027 under conditions.
- Holders can require repurchase at 100% principal upon a fundamental change; initial purchasers have $50M greenshoe option.