Millicom announces intent to partially redeem its senior notes due 2026, 2028 and 2029
Millicom International Cellular announced plans to partially redeem senior notes totaling $175 million, comprising $50 million of 6.625% notes due 2026, $50 million of 5.125% notes due 2028, and $75 million of 6.25% notes due 2029. The redemption will occur at a price of 103% of the principal amount plus accrued interest, with the anticipated redemption date set for February 22, 2021. This move is a strategic debt management initiative, aimed at optimizing capital structure.
- Partial redemption of $175 million in senior notes enhances financial flexibility.
- Redemption at 103% reflects a proactive approach to debt management.
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Millicom announces intent to partially redeem its senior notes due 2026, 2028 and 2029
Luxembourg, February 11, 2021 – Millicom International Cellular S.A. (“Millicom”) today announced its intent to redeem
The anticipated redemption date is February 22, 2021.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security nor a notice of redemption under the Indenture and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.
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About Millicom
Millicom (NASDAQ U.S.: TIGO, Nasdaq Stockholm: TIGO_SDB) is a leading provider of fixed and mobile services dedicated to emerging markets in Latin America and Africa. Millicom sets the pace when it comes to providing high-speed broadband and innovation around The Digital Lifestyle services through its principal brand, TIGO. As of December 31, 2020, Millicom operating subsidiaries and joint ventures employed more than 21,000 people and provided mobile services to approximately 55 million customers, with a cable footprint of more than 12 million homes passed. Founded in 1992, Millicom International Cellular S.A. is headquartered in Luxembourg.
Regulatory Statement
This information was prior to this release inside information and is information that Millicom is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. This information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out above, at 11:55 CET on February 11, 2021.
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