Gannett Announces Continued Debt Repayment
The Company used proceeds of
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Approximately
of the proceeds were used to repurchase approximately$16.0 million of$18.5 million 6.00% first lien notes due November 1, 2026 (the “2026 Senior Notes”), representing a discount to par. -
The remaining
of proceeds were used to repay amounts under its five-year senior secured term loan facility (the “New Senior Secured Term Loan”).$28.4 million
“As part of our long-term strategy, debt repayment remains a high priority, and we continue to make measurable progress each quarter, evidenced again by repaying
About Gannett
Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services. Our current portfolio of media assets includes the
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