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Bunge Global SA 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jul 2, 2025)

Filed July 2, 2025For Securities:BG

Summary

Bunge Global SA (BG) has officially completed its previously announced business combination with Viterra Limited as of July 2, 2025. This landmark transaction, executed through a Business Combination Agreement, sees Viterra become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bunge. In connection with the closing, Bunge issued approximately 65.6 million registered shares to the sellers of Viterra (excluding the Viterra Employee Benefit Trust), valued at approximately $5.3 billion, as a significant portion of the purchase consideration. Additionally, Bunge paid approximately $2.0 billion in cash, financed through existing debt and cash on hand. A total of $150 million in cash consideration was withheld pending final agreement on "Danube Leakage" terms. The completion of this acquisition marks a significant strategic shift for Bunge, integrating Viterra's operations and creating a larger, more diversified agribusiness company. The former Viterra sellers, collectively excluding the Viterra EBT, now own approximately 33% of Bunge's outstanding shares. Key individuals from Viterra, including David Mattiske, formerly CEO of Viterra, have been integrated into Bunge's leadership structure, with Mr. Mattiske appointed as Co-Chief Operating Officer and receiving a comprehensive compensation package, including significant equity awards. Furthermore, nominees from key Viterra stakeholders, Glencore and CPPIB, have been appointed to Bunge's Board of Directors, reflecting the strategic partnerships established.

Key Highlights

  • 1Bunge Global SA (BG) has completed its acquisition of Viterra Limited, making Viterra a wholly-owned subsidiary.
  • 2The transaction involved a significant share issuance, with Viterra sellers (excluding Viterra EBT) receiving approximately 65.6 million BG shares valued at $5.3 billion.
  • 3Bunge also paid approximately $2.0 billion in cash consideration for the acquisition.
  • 4A $150 million cash payment was withheld pending finalization of 'Danube Leakage' terms.
  • 5The former Viterra sellers now collectively own approximately 33% of Bunge's outstanding registered shares.
  • 6David Mattiske, former CEO of Viterra, has been appointed as Bunge's Co-Chief Operating Officer with a substantial compensation package including equity awards.
  • 7Four new directors, nominated by Glencore and CPPIB (key Viterra stakeholders), have joined Bunge's Board of Directors.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most significant impact is the official completion of Bunge's acquisition of Viterra. This filing confirms the business combination has closed, integrating Viterra into Bunge and creating a larger, combined entity. Investors should note the share issuance and cash paid as consideration, as well as the resulting ownership stake of the former Viterra sellers.

The acquisition has resulted in a significant shift in Bunge's ownership. The sellers of Viterra, excluding the Viterra Employee Benefit Trust, now collectively hold approximately 33% of Bunge's registered shares, indicating a substantial equity stake for former Viterra stakeholders in the combined company.

In connection with the acquisition and the Shareholder Agreements, Adrian Isman and Anne Jensen (nominees of CPPIB), and Christopher Mahoney and Markus Walt (nominees of Glencore) have been elected to Bunge's Board of Directors. These appointments reflect the strategic involvement and shareholding of key Viterra stakeholders in the combined Bunge entity.

Bunge has withheld $150 million from the cash consideration payable to the sellers of Viterra. This amount is pending a final agreement on the calculation of 'Danube Leakage' and 'Danube Permitted Leakage,' as defined in the Business Combination Agreement. This is a standard practice to manage potential post-closing adjustments.