BlackBerry Announces Completion of Partial Debt Refinancing

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BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) Completes US$150 Million Private Placement of 1.75% Convertible Unsecured Debentures

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• BlackBerry successfully completes private placement, securing US$150 million in funding
• The 1.75% interest rate on the debentures provides favorable terms for BlackBerry
• The option to extend the maturity date allows flexibility for both parties

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WATERLOO, ON, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) today confirmed that it has completed its previously-announced private placement of US$150 million aggregate principal amount of 1.75% extendable convertible unsecured debentures to certain controlled affiliates of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited.  The debentures will mature on February 15, 2024, with an option for the parties to extend the maturity date to May 15, 2024, by mutual agreement.

About BlackBerry

BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) provides intelligent security software and services to enterprises and governments around the world.  The company secures more than 500M endpoints including over 235M vehicles.  Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company leverages AI and machine learning to deliver innovative solutions in the areas of cybersecurity, safety, and data privacy solutions, and is a leader in the areas of endpoint management, endpoint security, encryption, and embedded systems.  BlackBerry's vision is clear - to secure a connected future you can trust.

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FAQ

What is the recent announcement from BlackBerry Limited?

BlackBerry Limited has completed a private placement of US$150 million aggregate principal amount of 1.75% extendable convertible unsecured debentures to certain controlled affiliates of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited.

What are the key terms of the debentures?

The debentures will mature on February 15, 2024, with an option to extend the maturity date to May 15, 2024, by mutual agreement.

Who are the parties involved in the private placement?

The private placement was completed with certain controlled affiliates of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited.