Keurig Dr Pepper Announces Pricing of Secondary Offering of Common Stock by JAB

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Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) has announced the pricing of a secondary offering of 60 million shares by JAB Holding Company at $32.85 per share. JAB has granted the underwriter a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 9 million shares. Following the offering completion, JAB will own approximately 16.5% of KDP's outstanding common stock, or 15.8% if the underwriter's option is fully exercised. The remaining JAB-owned shares will be subject to a 90-day lock-up agreement. Morgan Stanley is serving as the underwriter for this secondary offering.

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• None.

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• Major shareholder JAB Holding Company reducing its stake significantly
• Large secondary offering of 60 million shares could create selling pressure
• Potential additional dilution if 9 million share option is exercised

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Financial Analyst

The secondary offering of 60 million shares at $32.85 per share by JAB Holdings represents a significant ownership reduction from their position in KDP. This transaction, valued at approximately $1.97 billion, will reduce JAB's stake to 16.5% (or 15.8% if the overallotment option is exercised). The pricing at $32.85 represents a slight discount to recent market prices, which is typical for large block sales.

The 90-day lock-up agreement on JAB's remaining shares provides temporary stability for the stock price. While this large share sale could create short-term pressure on KDP's stock price, it improves the public float and market liquidity. The increased free float could potentially make the stock more attractive to institutional investors and index funds.

BURLINGTON, Mass., and FRISCO, Texas, Oct. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) (the "Company or "KDP") announced today the pricing of its previously-announced registered public offering of 60,000,000 shares through a secondary offering by a subsidiary of JAB Holding Company s.a.r.l. ("JAB"), at a price to the public of $32.85 per share. JAB has also granted the underwriter a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 9,000,000 shares.

Following the completion of the offering, JAB will beneficially own approximately 16.5% of KDP's outstanding common stock, or approximately 15.8% assuming full exercise of the underwriter's option to purchase additional shares.  The remaining shares beneficially owned by JAB will be subject to a 90-day lock-up agreement with the underwriter.

Morgan Stanley is acting as the underwriter for the secondary offering.

The offering will be made only by means of an effective registration statement and a prospectus. The Company has previously filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") a registration statement (including a prospectus) on Form S-3 (File No. 333-266989) and a prospectus supplement, each dated August 19, 2022, as well as a preliminary prospectus supplement for the offering to which this communication relates. Before you invest, you should read the prospectus in that registration statement, the accompanying prospectus supplements and other documents the issuer has filed with the SEC for more complete information about the issuer and this offering. These documents can be accessed through the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or by contacting Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, Attention: Prospectus Department, 180 Varick Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10014. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

Investors:
Investor Relations
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 888-340-5287 / IR@kdrp.com

Media:
Katie Gilroy
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 781-418-3345 / katie.gilroy@kdrp.com

About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. With annual revenue of approximately $15 billion, we hold leadership positions in beverage categories including soft drinks, coffee, tea, water, juice and mixers, and have the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. Our innovative partnership model builds emerging growth platforms in categories such as premium coffee, energy, sports hydration and ready-to-drink coffee. Our brands include Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott's®, A&W®, Snapple®, Peñafiel®, 7UP®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Clamato®, Core Hydration® and The Original Donut Shop®. Driven by a purpose to Drink Well. Do Good., our 28,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage occasion and to make a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
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Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including the factors disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, the prospectus supplements and subsequent filings with the SEC. We are under no obligation to update, modify or withdraw any forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable law.

 

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FAQ

What is the price per share for KDP's secondary offering announced on October 29, 2024?

The secondary offering was priced at $32.85 per share.

How many shares is JAB Holding Company selling in KDP's secondary offering?

JAB Holding Company is selling 60 million shares, with an option for the underwriter to purchase an additional 9 million shares.

What will be JAB Holding Company's ownership percentage in KDP after the secondary offering?

JAB will own approximately 16.5% of KDP's outstanding common stock, or 15.8% if the underwriter's option is fully exercised.

Who is the underwriter for KDP's secondary offering?

Morgan Stanley is acting as the underwriter for the secondary offering.