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Amcor plc 8-K Report, Corporate Update (May 17, 2022)

Filed May 17, 2022For Securities:AMCRAMCCF

Summary

Amcor plc (AMCR) announced the issuance of $500 million in 4.000% Guaranteed Senior Notes due 2025 through its subsidiary, Amcor Flexibles North America, Inc. The notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Amcor plc and other subsidiaries, providing a layer of security for investors. The offering was made under a previously filed registration statement and an indenture dated June 19, 2020. The primary purpose of this debt issuance is to strengthen Amcor's balance sheet by repaying existing commercial paper borrowings. Any remaining proceeds will be allocated to general corporate purposes, which may include further debt reduction. This move indicates a proactive approach by management to optimize the company's capital structure and manage its short-term debt obligations.

Key Highlights

  • 1Amcor plc issued $500 million in 4.000% Guaranteed Senior Notes due 2025.
  • 2The notes are guaranteed by Amcor plc, Amcor Flexibles North America, Inc., Amcor Finance (USA), Inc., Amcor UK Finance plc, and Amcor Pty Ltd.
  • 3Proceeds will be used to repay commercial paper borrowings, with any remainder for general corporate purposes including other debt repayment.
  • 4The issuance was conducted under an Underwriting Agreement with several major financial institutions.
  • 5The transaction utilizes a Form S-3 registration statement previously filed by Amcor.
  • 6Interest on the notes is payable semi-annually, with the first payment due November 17, 2022.
  • 7The notes mature on May 17, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of the $500 million debt issuance is to repay a portion of Amcor's outstanding commercial paper borrowings. The remaining funds, if any, will be used for general corporate purposes, which may include the repayment of other short- and long-term debt. This action aims to optimize the company's capital structure and manage its debt obligations.

The 4.000% Guaranteed Senior Notes due 2025 are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Amcor plc (the parent company), Amcor Flexibles North America, Inc. (the Issuer), Amcor Finance (USA), Inc., Amcor UK Finance plc, and Amcor Pty Ltd. This guarantee provides an additional layer of credit support for the noteholders.

Amcor is issuing $500 million in aggregate principal amount of 4.000% Guaranteed Senior Notes due 2025. Interest will be paid semi-annually in arrears on May 17 and November 17, commencing November 17, 2022. The notes will mature on May 17, 2025.

After deducting underwriting discounts and estimated offering expenses, Amcor expects to receive approximately $497.3 million in net proceeds from the sale of these securities.