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Amcor plc 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Jun 23, 2020)

Filed June 23, 2020For Securities:AMCRAMCCF

Summary

Amcor plc (AMCR) filed an 8-K on June 23, 2020, to report on the offering and sale of €500 million in aggregate principal amount of 1.125% Senior Notes due 2027. These notes are issued by Amcor UK Finance plc and are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Amcor plc and other subsidiaries, including Bemis Company, Inc. This offering provides Amcor with additional capital to support its general corporate purposes and to partially repay existing commercial paper and bank borrowings. This financing event is noteworthy as it demonstrates Amcor's access to debt capital markets and its commitment to managing its capital structure effectively. The proceeds are intended to enhance liquidity and potentially reduce short-term debt, which can be viewed positively by investors concerned with financial flexibility and deleveraging efforts. The low coupon rate on the senior notes also suggests favorable market conditions and a strong credit profile for the company.

Key Highlights

  • 1Amcor plc, through its subsidiary Amcor UK Finance plc, successfully issued €500 million in 1.125% Senior Notes due 2027.
  • 2The notes are guaranteed by Amcor plc and several other key subsidiaries, including Bemis Company, Inc., providing robust credit backing.
  • 3The net proceeds from the offering are expected to be approximately €494.5 million after deducting underwriting discounts and expenses.
  • 4Proceeds are earmarked for general corporate purposes and to partially repay commercial paper and bank drawdowns, indicating a focus on liquidity and debt management.
  • 5The offering was conducted under a Registration Statement on Form S-3, signifying compliance with SEC registration requirements for securities offerings.
  • 6The filing includes extensive exhibits detailing the Underwriting Agreement, Indenture, forms of the notes, and legal opinions from various counsel.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purposes of this debt issuance are to fund general corporate activities and to partially repay existing commercial paper and bank borrowings. This indicates a strategy to manage the company's short-term debt obligations and maintain financial flexibility.

The notes are being issued by Amcor UK Finance plc. They are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Amcor plc, Amcor Finance (USA), Inc., Amcor Pty Ltd, and Bemis Company, Inc. This broad guarantee structure enhances the credit quality of the notes.

Amcor is raising €500,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of Senior Notes. The notes carry a fixed interest rate of 1.125% per annum and mature in 2027.

After deducting underwriting discounts and estimated offering expenses, Amcor expects to receive approximately €494.5 million. These net proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes and for the part repayment of commercial paper and bank drawdowns.