September 29, 2023
Fresenius further diversifies its funding sources and proves strong access to bond markets
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Fresenius has successfully placed a €500 million bond with a 7-year maturity and an annual coupon of 5.125%.
The transaction follows the successful debut issuance of Fresenius in the Swiss bond market with a CHF275 million bond with a 5-year maturity and an annual coupon of 2.96%.
The proceeds of both transactions will be used for general corporate purposes, including the refinancing of existing financial liabilities. The bonds were drawn under the Fresenius Debt Issuance Program and issued by Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA.
For the €500 million bond, Fresenius has applied to the Luxembourg Stock Exchange to admit the bond to trading on its regulated market. The envisaged settlement date is October 5, 2023. For the CHF275 million bond, application will be made for the listing of the bond on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The envisaged settlement date is October 18, 2023.
Fresenius is a regular issuer in the Euro bond market, as well as in the Schuldschein market. With its inaugural CHF bond, the company seeks to further diversify its funding sources, as well as to broaden its investor universe. Access to different bond markets and a diversification of financing instruments are important components of Fresenius’ financing strategy.
Fresenius remains committed to its investment grade rating and its self-imposed leverage corridor of 3.0 to 3.5x net debt/EBITDA. Deleveraging and a strong balance sheet focus combined with clear capital allocation priorities are key aspects to deliver on #FutureFresenius.
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Additional note regarding the Euro bond issue:
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