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Royalty Pharma PLC
NASDAQ
8-K: Royalty Pharma Issues $1.5 Billion in Senior Notes
Sentiment:
Debt Issuance
10 June 2024 4:58 PM
Royalty Pharma has successfully issued $1.5 billion in senior notes across three tranches with varying maturities and interest rates.
Capital raise
Royalty Pharma has raised $1.5 billion through the issuance of senior notes.
The capital will likely be used for general corporate purposes, including potential royalty acquisitions.
Summary
- Royalty Pharma has issued $1.5 billion in senior unsecured debt securities.
- The issuance is divided into three series: $500 million of 5.150% Senior Notes due 2029, $500 million of 5.400% Senior Notes due 2034, and $500 million of 5.900% Senior Notes due 2054.
- Interest on all series of notes will be paid semi-annually on March 2 and September 2, starting March 2, 2025.
- The notes are guaranteed by Royalty Pharma Holdings Ltd.
- The company may redeem the notes prior to maturity at specified prices, including a make-whole premium before certain dates.
- The company is also obligated to offer to repurchase the notes upon a change of control triggering event at 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest.
Sentiment
Score: 7
Explanation: The document reflects a standard debt issuance, which is generally positive for the company's financial flexibility. The terms are reasonable, and the company has access to capital markets. However, the change of control provision and covenants add some risk.
Highlights
- Royalty Pharma issued $1.5 billion in senior notes across three tranches.
- The 2029 Notes have a 5.150% interest rate, the 2034 Notes have a 5.400% interest rate, and the 2054 Notes have a 5.900% interest rate.
- Interest payments will be made semi-annually on March 2 and September 2, starting March 2, 2025.
- The notes are guaranteed by Royalty Pharma Holdings Ltd.
- The company can redeem the notes at a make-whole premium before specific dates and at par after those dates.
- A change of control triggering event requires the company to offer to repurchase the notes at 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest.
Positives
- The issuance provides Royalty Pharma with a significant amount of capital.
- The notes are unsecured, which may provide flexibility for the company.
- The notes have staggered maturities, which may help manage debt obligations.
- The notes are guaranteed by Royalty Pharma Holdings Ltd, which may provide additional security for investors.
Negatives
- The company is obligated to offer to repurchase the notes at 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest upon a change of control triggering event, which could be costly.
- The company is subject to various covenants, including restrictions on liens and sale-leaseback transactions.
Risks
- A change of control triggering event could force the company to repurchase the notes at a premium.
- The company is subject to various covenants, which could restrict its operations.
- Changes in tax laws could trigger an optional tax redemption of the notes.
- The company is exposed to interest rate risk.
Future Outlook
The company may issue additional notes of any series in the future. The company may redeem the notes at its option prior to maturity. The company is required to offer to repurchase the notes upon a change of control triggering event.
Industry Context
This issuance is a typical financing activity for a company like Royalty Pharma, which often uses debt to fund its royalty acquisitions and operations. The interest rates reflect the current market conditions and the company's credit profile.
Comparison to Industry Standards
- The interest rates on the notes are within the range of what is typical for investment-grade corporate debt.
- Comparable companies such as AbbVie and Gilead Sciences have also issued debt in recent years to fund acquisitions and operations.
- The terms of the indenture, including the change of control provisions, are standard for this type of debt issuance.
- The make-whole redemption provisions are also common in corporate bond issuances.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders may benefit from the increased financial flexibility provided by the debt issuance.
- Creditors are provided with a senior unsecured claim on the company's assets.
- Employees may benefit from the company's continued operations and growth.
- Customers and suppliers are unlikely to be directly impacted by this transaction.
Next Steps
- The company will make semi-annual interest payments on the notes starting March 2, 2025.
- The company may redeem the notes at its option prior to maturity.
- The company will be required to offer to repurchase the notes upon a change of control triggering event.
Key Dates
- September 2, 2020: Date of the Base Indenture.
- June 3, 2024: Date of the Underwriting Agreement and preliminary prospectus supplement.
- June 10, 2024: Date of the Third Supplemental Indenture and closing of the note offering.
- March 2, 2025: First interest payment date for all series of notes.
- September 2, 2029: Maturity date for the 2029 Notes.
- September 2, 2034: Maturity date for the 2034 Notes.
- September 2, 2054: Maturity date for the 2054 Notes.
Keywords
Senior Notes, Debt Securities, Indenture, Royalty Pharma, Fixed Income, Capital Markets, Debt Financing
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Royalty Pharma PLC
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- The company is undertaking a substantial share repurchase commitment.
Better than expected
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- The company is internalizing its management which is expected to generate significant cash savings.
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Preliminary Results Update
- The company's Portfolio Receipts are expected to be at the upper end of its guidance range, indicating better than expected performance.
Capital raise
6 November 2024 9:24 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company issued $1.5 billion of senior unsecured notes in June 2024.
- The company has access to a $1.8 billion revolving credit facility.
Better than expected
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Quarterly Report
- The company's net income and operating income significantly increased compared to the same period last year.
- The company's earnings per share were higher than the same period last year.
- The company's cash and cash equivalents increased compared to the previous quarter.
Better than expected
6 November 2024 7:35 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's Portfolio Receipts and Royalty Receipts both grew by 15%, exceeding previous expectations.
- The full-year guidance for Portfolio Receipts was raised, indicating better than expected future performance.
- Net cash provided by operating activities increased by 23%, demonstrating strong operational efficiency.
Worse than expected
8 August 2024 9:02 AM
Quarterly Report
- Net income attributable to Royalty Pharma plc decreased significantly in both the second quarter and first six months of 2024.
- The provision for changes in expected cash flows from financial royalty assets increased significantly in the first six months of 2024.
Capital raise
8 August 2024 7:20 AM
Quarterly Report
- Royalty Pharma issued $1.5 billion of senior unsecured notes in June 2024 with a weighted average coupon rate of 5.5%.
- The company's total debt with principal value of $7.8 billion as of June 30, 2024.
Better than expected
8 August 2024 7:20 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's Portfolio Receipts exceeded previous guidance, leading to an increase in full-year expectations.
- The company's Royalty Receipts grew by 11%, indicating strong performance of the underlying assets.
- The company's Adjusted EBITDA grew by 13%, indicating strong profitability.
Capital raise
10 June 2024 4:58 PM
Debt Issuance
- Royalty Pharma has raised $1.5 billion through the issuance of senior notes.
- The capital will likely be used for general corporate purposes, including potential royalty acquisitions.
Capital raise
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Annual General Meeting Results
- The Board of Directors was authorized to allot shares, which could be used for future capital raising.
- The authorization includes the ability to allot shares both with and without pre-emption rights, providing flexibility in how capital is raised.
Capital raise
4 June 2024 4:57 PM
Debt Offering Announcement
- Royalty Pharma is raising $1.5 billion through the issuance of senior notes.
- The offering is divided into three tranches with different maturities and interest rates.
- The notes are being sold at a discount to their face value.
Better than expected
29 May 2024 5:25 PM
Clinical Trial Results Announcement
- The Phase 3 trial results for seltorexant were positive, meeting all primary and secondary endpoints, which is better than a failed or inconclusive trial.
Worse than expected
9 May 2024 9:01 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net loss of $4.3 million is significantly worse than the net income of $509.1 million in the same period last year.
- Income from financial royalty assets decreased by 18.5%, indicating a decline in core revenue.
- Portfolio Receipts decreased by 36.6%, reflecting a decline in overall cash generation.
Worse than expected
9 May 2024 7:17 AM
Quarterly Report
- Portfolio Receipts decreased by 37% due to a high base of comparison in the first quarter of 2023.
- Net cash provided by operating activities decreased by 36% compared to the same period last year.
- Adjusted EBITDA and Portfolio Cash Flow also saw significant decreases of 37% and 40% respectively.
Capital raise
15 February 2024 9:05 AM
Description of Securities
- The board of directors has been granted authority from our shareholders to allot and issue new Class A ordinary shares and other shares, and to grant rights to subscribe for or to convert any security into new Class A ordinary shares or other shares, up to a maximum aggregate nominal amount (i.e., par value) of $300,000, for a period expiring (unless previously renewed, varied or revoked by the Company in general meeting) on May 31, 2025.
Better than expected
6 February 2024 7:01 AM
Current Report
- The acquisition of MorphoSys by Novartis is expected to result in a significant increase in the value of Royalty Pharma's equity stake and future royalty payments.
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