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Bausch Health To Reduce Debt By $100 Million Using Cash Generated From Operations

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Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) will reduce its debt by $100 million through the redemption of outstanding senior notes, using cash generated from operations. The redemption, set for June 30, 2021, will involve 6.125% Senior Notes due 2025, totaling $500 million redeemed this year. The company aims to improve its financial stability and decrease interest expenses. Forward-looking statements in the release caution investors about risks, including potential impacts from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • Reduction of debt by $100 million enhances financial stability.
  • Total of $500 million in debt redeemed in 2021 using operational cash.
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LAVAL, Quebec, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) ("Bausch Health" or the "Company") today announced it will reduce debt by $100 million through the redemption of outstanding senior notes, using cash generated from operations.

Bausch Health will redeem $100 million aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 6.125% Senior Notes due 2025, CUSIP Nos. 91831A AC5, C96729 AC9 (the "Notes") on June 30, 2021. With the redemption announced today, the Company will have redeemed a total of $500 million aggregate principal amount of debt in 2021 using cash generated from operations.

The Company will issue today an irrevocable notice of redemption for the Notes, and a copy will be issued to the record holders of such Notes. Nothing contained herein shall constitute a notice of redemption of the Notes. Payment of the redemption price and surrender of the Notes for redemption will be made through the facilities of the Depository Trust Company in accordance with the applicable procedures of the Depository Trust Company. The name and address of the paying agent are as follows: The Bank of New York Mellon; 111 Sanders Creek Parkway, East Syracuse, N.Y. 13057; Attn: Redemption Unit; Tel: 800-254-2826.

About Bausch Health 
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) is a global company whose mission is to improve people's lives with our health care products. We develop, manufacture and market a range of pharmaceutical, medical device and over-the-counter products, primarily in the therapeutic areas of eye health, gastroenterology and dermatology. We are delivering on our commitments as we build an innovative company dedicated to advancing global health. For more information, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Information and "Safe Harbor" Statement 
This news release may contain forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the redemption of the Notes. Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of the words "anticipates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "should," "could," "would," "may," "will," "believes," "estimates," "potential," "target," or "continue" and variations or similar expressions. These statements are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of management and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties discussed in the Company's most recent annual and quarterly reports and detailed from time to time in the Company's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities Administrators, which factors are incorporated herein by reference. They also include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties caused by or relating to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, and the fear of that pandemic and its potential effects, the severity, duration and future impact of which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted, and which may have a material adverse impact on the Company, including but not limited to its supply chain, third-party suppliers, project development timelines, employee base, liquidity, stock price, financial condition and costs (which may increase) and revenue and margins (both of which may decrease). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. Bausch Health undertakes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect actual outcomes, unless required by law.

Investor Contact:

Media Contact:

Arthur Shannon

Lainie Keller

arthur.shannon@bauschhealth.com 

lainie.keller@bauschhealth.com

(514) 856-3855

(908) 927-1198

(877) 281-6642 (toll free)


 

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FAQ

What are the details of Bausch Health's debt reduction announcement?

Bausch Health announced a $100 million debt reduction by redeeming senior notes using cash generated from operations, effective June 30, 2021.

How much debt has Bausch Health redeemed in 2021?

In 2021, Bausch Health has redeemed a total of $500 million in debt.

What type of notes is Bausch Health redeeming?

Bausch Health is redeeming its outstanding 6.125% Senior Notes due 2025.

What should investors be cautious about in Bausch Health's announcement?

Investors should be cautious of risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, which may impact the company's financial condition and operations.

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