8-K: Mondelz International Issues $500 Million in Senior Notes Due 2034

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Debt Issuance Announcement 28 August 2024 4:17 PM

📋All filings for Mondelez International, INC

Mondelz International has successfully issued $500 million in senior notes due in 2034, with a 4.750% interest rate.

Capital raiseMondelz International raised $500 million through the issuance of senior notes.The funds will be used for general corporate purposes.

Summary

Mondelz International issued $500 million in senior notes due in 2034.
The notes have a fixed interest rate of 4.750% per annum.
Interest payments will be made semi-annually on February 28 and August 28, starting February 28, 2025.
The notes will mature on August 28, 2034.
The notes were issued at a price of 99.779% of the principal amount, plus accrued interest from August 28, 2024.
The company may redeem the notes prior to May 28, 2034, at a price based on a treasury rate plus 15 basis points or 100% of the principal amount, whichever is greater, plus accrued interest.
After May 28, 2034, the notes can be redeemed at 100% of the principal amount plus accrued interest.
A change of control event, combined with a downgrade below investment grade, will trigger a repurchase offer at 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The document reflects a routine financial transaction, a debt issuance, which is generally viewed neutrally. The terms are standard, and the company is not facing any immediate financial distress. The sentiment is therefore moderately positive.

Positives

The issuance provides Mondelz International with $500 million in capital.
The fixed interest rate of 4.750% provides predictable interest expenses.
The company has the option to redeem the notes early, providing flexibility in managing debt.
The change of control provision offers some protection to noteholders.

Negatives

The company will incur interest expenses on the $500 million debt.
The notes are subject to optional redemption by the company, which could impact the yield for investors.
The change of control provision is only triggered if a downgrade below investment grade also occurs.

Risks

Changes in interest rates could impact the value of the notes.
A downgrade in the company's credit rating could trigger a change of control event.
The company's ability to repay the debt depends on its future financial performance.
The company may choose to redeem the notes early, which could impact the yield for investors.

Future Outlook

The company may redeem the notes prior to maturity under certain conditions. The notes will mature on August 28, 2034.

Management Comments

The Senior Vice President and Vice President authorized the issue and sale of the Notes.
The terms of the Notes were determined, approved, or appointed by the Senior Vice President and Vice President.

Industry Context

This bond issuance is a common method for large corporations like Mondelz International to raise capital for general corporate purposes or to refinance existing debt. The terms of the notes, including the interest rate and maturity, are typical for corporate debt issuances of this type.

Comparison to Industry Standards

The 4.750% interest rate is within the typical range for investment-grade corporate bonds with a similar maturity in the current market environment.
Companies like Nestle, PepsiCo, and Unilever also issue bonds to raise capital, and their yields are comparable to Mondelz's offering.
The optional redemption feature is a standard provision in corporate bond issuances, allowing the company to manage its debt effectively.
The change of control provision is also a common feature, providing some protection to investors in the event of a significant corporate event.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders will see an increase in debt on the balance sheet.
Creditors will have a new debt instrument to consider.
Employees will not be directly impacted by this transaction.
Customers and suppliers will not be directly impacted by this transaction.

Next Steps

The company will make semi-annual interest payments on the notes.
The company may choose to redeem the notes prior to maturity.
The notes will mature on August 28, 2034.

Key Dates

Date	Description
March 6, 2015	Date of the original Indenture between Mondelz International and Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas.
February 28, 2011	Date of the Amended and Restated Underwriting Agreement.
February 13, 2019	Date of Supplemental Indenture No. 1, modifying the original Indenture.
February 28, 2020	Date the Indenture was filed with the SEC.
April 13, 2020	Date of Supplemental Indenture No. 2, further modifying the original Indenture.
February 27, 2023	Date of the Base Prospectus.
August 22, 2024	Date of the Terms Agreement and Prospectus Supplement for the Notes.
August 28, 2024	Date of the issuance of the $500 million senior notes and the Officers Certificate.
February 28, 2025	First interest payment date for the notes.
May 28, 2034	Par Call Date, three months prior to the maturity date, after which the notes can be redeemed at par.
August 28, 2034	Maturity date of the notes.

Keywords

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