- MicroStrategy raised $3B through convertible notes, with funds mainly aimed at increasing its Bitcoin holdings.
- The notes may mature by 2029, but MicroStrategy can redeem them early if certain conditions are met.
- Investors can convert the notes into cash or MicroStrategy stock, with a conversion price 55% higher than the current stock value.
MicroStrategy raised $3 billion through the sale of its 0% convertible senior notes due in 2029. The original buyers completely exercised their option to purchase more notes within a three-day window, contributing an additional $400 million to this offering.
The notes were issued as senior, unsecured obligations and were only offered for sale to eligible institutional buyers. MicroStrategy intends to use the money for both normal business needs and the purchase of additional Bitcoin.
Key Features of the Convertible Notes
Unless repurchased, redeemed, or converted before that date, the notes shall be set to mature on December 1, 2029. In accordance with certain provisions, the Company may exercise a call option on them on or before December 4, 2026.
Specifically, if the company’s class A stock price exceeds 130% of the conversion price, MicroStrategy has the right to redeem the notes. This redemption will be at the full principal amount, along with any accrued interest.
Holders may also demand that MicroStrategy repurchase the notes in 2028 or in the event that the company undergoes a significant transformation. The entire principal amount plus any outstanding interest will constitute the repurchase price. The corporation may raise the conversion rate for holders who decide to convert their notes during specific corporate events.
Conversion and Terms of the Offering
The corporation has the option to convert the notes into cash, MicroStrategy class A common stock, or a mix of the two. A conversion price of roughly $672.40 per share would result from the initial conversion rate of 1.4872 shares per $1,000 in notes. Compared to MicroStrategy’s most recent stock price of $433.80, this price is 55% higher. Importantly, the conversion rate is adjustable, depending on certain company events.
After expenses, the offering’s net proceeds came to about $2.97 billion. In order to strengthen its position as a participant in cryptocurrency investments, MicroStrategy uses its assets primarily to increase its holdings of Bitcoin.
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