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Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Nov 8, 2023)

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Other Events·Exhibits & Filings
Filing Date
Filed November 8, 2023
Period End
November 8, 2023
Security
ICE
In the record · 2016–202610-K1510-Q338-K137

ICE filed 15 annual reports (10-K), 33 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 137 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

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01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed November 8, 2023. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (ICE) announced on November 8, 2023, the commencement of a private exchange offer and related consent solicitation concerning its subsidiary Black Knight InfoServ, LLC's (BK) outstanding 3.625%a Senior Notes due 2028.

This move aims to restructure approximately $1 billionb of BK Notes by offering eligible holders new notes in exchange for their existing holdings. Key aspects of this transaction include an incentive for early tender, where holders who tender notes by the Early Tender Deadline will receive additional cash consideration.

Furthermore, ICE is soliciting consent to amend the indenture governing these notes, intending to remove certain covenants, restrictive provisions, and events of default. The completion of the exchange offer is contingent upon satisfying certain conditions, including obtaining the necessary consents for the indenture amendments.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. ICE is launching a private exchange offer for approximately $1 billion of Black Knight InfoServ, LLC (BK) 3.625% Senior Notes due 2028.
  2. The offer includes a consent solicitation to amend the indenture of the BK Notes, aiming to remove certain covenants and restrictive provisions.
  3. Eligible holders who tender their BK Notes by the Early Tender Deadline and do not withdraw them will receive additional cash consideration.
  4. The exchange offer is being made to eligible holders of BK Notes.
  5. The Company's obligation to accept tendered notes is subject to certain conditions, including the receipt of requisite consents for the indenture amendments.
  6. This is a private offering made in accordance with applicable laws and will be detailed in an Offering Memorandum.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the main purpose of this exchange offer and consent solicitation?

    The primary purpose is to proactively manage and potentially reduce the outstanding debt of Intercontinental Exchange's subsidiary, Black Knight InfoServ, LLC, by exchanging existing notes for new ones and to simplify the terms of the debt by removing certain covenants and restrictions.

  2. Who is eligible to participate in the exchange offer?

    The exchange offer is being made to 'eligible holders' of the BK Notes who meet certain criteria, as detailed in the Offering Memorandum. This typically means holders who are qualified institutional buyers or accredited investors.

  3. What are the potential benefits for holders who tender their notes early?

    Eligible holders who tender their BK Notes by the Early Tender Deadline and do not validly withdraw them before the Withdrawal Deadline will receive additional cash consideration, making early participation financially attractive.

  4. What happens if the necessary consents for the indenture amendment are not received?

    The Company's obligation to accept and exchange the BK Notes is subject to certain conditions, including the receipt of the requisite consents in connection with the Consent Solicitation. If these conditions are not met, the exchange offer may not proceed as planned.

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