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INEOS QUATTRO FINANCE 2 PLC ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF CASH TENDER OFFER FOR ANY AND ALL OF ITS 3 3/8% SENIOR SECURED NOTES DUE 2026
LONDON, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — INEOS Quattro Finance 2 Plc (the “Offeror“), a company incorporated under the laws of England and Wales, announces today the results of the tender offer that the Offeror commenced on October 30, 2023, for any and all of its outstanding U.S.$500,000,000 33/8% Senior Secured Notes due 2026 (the “Securities“), issued by the Offeror and guaranteed by INEOS Quattro Holdings Limited (“IQHL“), a company incorporated under the laws of England and Wales, and certain of its subsidiaries for cash (the “Offer“). The terms and conditions of the Offer are described in an offer to purchase dated October 30, 2023 (the “Offer to Purchase“). Capitalized terms not otherwise defined in this announcement have the same meaning as assigned to them in the Offer to Purchase.
The Expiration Deadline for the Offer was 5:00 p.m. (New York City time) on November 8, 2023. The aggregate principal amount of Securities validly tendered and not withdrawn by the Expiration Deadline was U.S.$353,821,000, as well as U.S.$ 406,000 tendered using Guaranteed Delivery Procedures, which remain subject to Holders’ performance of the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures.
The following table sets forth certain information relating to the results of the Offer.
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Title of Security |
ISIN  |
CUSIP |
Principal Amount |
Maturity Date |
Purchase Price per |
Aggregate Principal Accepted for |
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33/8% Senior |
US45674GAA22 / USG4772GAA34 |
45674G AA2 / |
U.S.$500,000,000 |
January 15, 2026 |
U.S.$950 |
U.S.$353,821,000 |
(1) Excluding U.S.$406,000 principal amount of Securities tendered using Guaranteed Delivery Procedures, which remain subject to Holders’ performance of the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures.
(2) Certain of the Offeror’s ultimate shareholders and entities controlled by one or more of them (the “Permitted Holders“), participated in the Offer. The Offeror has accepted for purchase Securities in an aggregate principal amount of U.S.$24,000,000 from the Permitted Holders.
The Offer
In addition to the payment of the Purchase Price, each Holder whose Securities are validly tendered and delivered (and not validly withdrawn) (including those validly tendered in accordance with the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures) and accepted for purchase will also be paid Accrued Interest equal to interest accrued and unpaid on the Securities from (and including) the immediately preceding interest payment date for the Securities to (but excluding) the Settlement Date.
Accrued Interest will cease to accrue on the Settlement Date.
The Purchase Price and the Accrued Interest for the Securities validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) in the Offer will be paid on the Settlement Date.
The Offeror’s obligation to accept and pay for Securities in the Offer is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of the General Conditions and the condition that the Offeror and/or subsidiaries of IQHL shall have completed the New Debt Financing on terms satisfactory to the Offeror in its sole discretion, with aggregate net proceeds of at least €2,800,000,000 (equivalent) (the “Financing Condition“). The Financing Condition has been waived.
The Settlement Date (including in the case of Securities for which the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures are used) is expected to occur on November 14, 2023, the third business day after the Expiration Date and the first business day after the Guaranteed Delivery Deadline. Securities purchased pursuant to the Offer will be retired and canceled.
FURTHER INFORMATION
This announcement is released by INEOS Quattro Finance 2 Plc and contains information that qualified or may have qualified as inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of MAR, encompassing information relating to the Offer referenced above. For the purposes of MAR and Article 2 of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2016/1055 (including as it forms part of United Kingdom domestic law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (as amended), this announcement is made by Dirk Arhelger, Head of Investor Relations at INEOS Quattro Finance 2 Plc.
Questions and requests for assistance in connection with the Offer may be directed to Goldman Sachs International, HSBC Bank plc or ING Bank N.V., London Branch:
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Goldman Sachs International Plumtree Court 25 Shoe Lane London EC4A 4AU United Kingdom Telephone: +44 20 7774 4836 Attention: Liability Management Group Email: [email protected] |
HSBC Bank plc 8 Canada Square London, E14 5HQ United Kingdom Europe: +44 (0) 20 7992 6237 U.S. Toll-Free: +1 (888) HSBC-4LM U.S.: +1 (212) 525-5552 Email: [email protected] Attention: Liability Management, DCM |
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ING Bank N.V., London Branch 8-10 Moorgate London EC2R 6DA United Kingdom Telephone: +44 20 7767 6784 Email: [email protected]
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BNP Paribas Citigroup Global Markets Limited J.P. Morgan Securities LLC
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Questions and requests for assistance in connection with the tender of Securities may be directed to:
TENDER & INFORMATION AGENT Kroll Issuer Services Limited The Shard, 32 London Bridge Street London SE1 9SG United Kingdom Tel: +44 20 7704 0880 Attention: Owen Morris / Alessandro Zorza Offer Website: https://deals.is.kroll.com/ineosquattrousd |
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NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER
Whether or not the purchase of any Securities pursuant to the Offer is completed, the Offeror, IQHL or any of their respective subsidiaries or affiliates may, to the extent permitted by applicable law, acquire Securities other than pursuant to the Offer, including through open market purchases, privately negotiated transactions, tender offers, exchange offers, redemptions or otherwise. Such purchases may be on such terms and at such prices as the Offeror or, if applicable, IQHL or any of their respective subsidiaries or affiliates may determine, which may be more or less than the prices to be paid pursuant to the Offer and could be for cash or other consideration or otherwise on terms more or less favorable than those contemplated by the Offer. Any future purchases of Securities by the Offeror or any of its affiliates will depend on various factors existing at the relevant time. There can be no assurance that the Offeror or any of its affiliates will pursue any such future offers to purchase or as to the structure or terms (or combinations thereof) of any such future offers to purchase.
This announcement must be read in conjunction with the Offer to Purchase. This announcement and the Offer to Purchase contain important information which must be read carefully before any decision is made with respect to the Offer. If any Holder is in any doubt as to the action it should take or is unsure of the impact of the Offer, it is recommended to seek its own financial, legal or tax advice, including as to any tax consequences, from its stockbroker, bank manager, attorney, accountant or other independent financial, legal or tax adviser. Any individual or company whose Securities are held on its behalf by a broker, dealer, bank, custodian, trust company or other nominee or intermediary must contact such entity if it wishes to tender Securities in the Offer (or to validly withdraw any such tender). None of the Dealer Managers, the Tender & Information Agent, the Offeror, IQHL, nor any director, officer, employee, agent or affiliate of, any such person makes any recommendation whether Holders should tender Securities in the Offer.
Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This announcement contains both historical and forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts, but only predictions and generally can be identified by use of statements that include phrases such as “will,” “may,” “should,” “could,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “expect,” “plan,” “probability,” “appear,” “project,” “estimate,” “intend,” “risk,” “target,” “goal,” “endeavor,” “outlook,” “optimistic,” “prospects” or other words or phrases of similar import. Similarly, statements that describe our objectives, plans or goals also are forward-looking statements. All statements that address the Offeror’s or IQHL’s future operating performance or events or developments that they expect or anticipate will occur in the future are forward-looking statements.
These forward-looking statements are based on the Offeror’s or IQHL’s then current plans, estimates and projections and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated. Factors that could materially affect these forward-looking statements can be found in the Offer to Purchase under the heading “Risk Factors.” Holders are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this announcement are made only as of the date of this announcement, and the Offeror undertakes no obligation to update publicly these forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events or otherwise. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, the forward-looking events might or might not occur. The Offeror cannot assure you that projected results or events will be achieved.
OFFER AND DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTIONS
The distribution of this announcement and the Offer to Purchase in certain jurisdictions may be restricted by law. Persons into whose possession this announcement or the Offer to Purchase comes are required by each of the Offeror, the Dealer Managers and the Tender & Information Agent to inform themselves about and to observe any such restrictions. Please refer to the Offer to Purchase for a description of such restrictions.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT RELATES TO THE DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION THAT QUALIFIED OR MAY HAVE QUALIFIED AS INSIDE INFORMATION WITHIN THE MEANING OF ARTICLE 7(1) OF THE MARKET ABUSE REGULATION (EU) 596/2014, AS AMENDED (AND INCLUDING AS IT FORMS PART OF UNITED KINGDOM DOMESTIC LAW BY VIRTUE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION (WITHDRAWAL) ACT 2018, AS AMENDED) (“MAR”).
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Opportunities in Volatility: Navigate Crypto Market Trends with KuCoin Trading Bots
VICTORIA, Seychelles, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a global leading cryptocurrency exchange, is excited to announce the release of its latest market trend and trading bot strategies report for March 2025. This detailed production is designed to empower traders by enhancing their understanding of the crypto market and refining their trading techniques.
This new report is set to support both novice and experienced traders by providing them with a detailed historical analysis of Bitcoin’s performance over the past 13 years, diving into the long-term trends and cyclicality of the market, enabling traders to enhance their understanding of the market landscape.
To help everyone to better keep up with the dynamics of the market, the report features a calendar of key events in March that are expected to impact the crypto markets. This report serves as learning materials with the purpose of information sharing, users are welcome to leverage the detailed information provided in the report to personalize their own analysis and develop trading strategies that align with their individual trading habits and risk appetite.
This is a testament to KuCoin’s ongoing commitment to education and excellence in the crypto trading space. New users are also welcomed to join the latest Trading Bot Carnival to stand a chance of getting various types of rewards. Users are encouraged to read through risk warnings before proceeding to investing.
For a full report and access to the educational resources provided by KuCoin, please visit KuCoin Official Website.
About KuCoin
Founded in 2017, KuCoin is one of the pioneering and most globally recognized technology platforms supporting digital economies, built on a robust foundation of cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, liquidity solutions, and an exceptional user experience. With a connected user base exceeding 40 million worldwide, KuCoin offers comprehensive digital asset solutions across wallets, trading, wealth management, payments, research, ventures, and AI-powered bots.
KuCoin has garnered accolades such as “Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges” by Forbes and has been recognized among the “Top 50 Global Unicorns” by Hurun in 2024. This recognition reflects its commitment to user-centric principles and core values, which include integrity, accountability, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Learn more: https://www.kucoin.com/.
Disclaimer: This content is provided for general informational purposes only, without any representation or warranty of any kind, nor shall it be construed as financial or investment advice. KuCoin shall not be liable for any errors or omissions or any outcomes resulting from the use of this information. Investments in digital assets can be risky. Please carefully evaluate the risks of a product and your risk tolerance based on your own financial circumstances.
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DUBAI, UAE, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced a new perk for MT5 users on Bybit in a zero-fee trading event, Indices Unleashed.
From today until April 12, 2025, Bybit traders can execute transactions on 18 prominent indice pairs without incurring trading fees. The offer applies automatically to derivatives linked to indices including the Dow Jones Index Cash CFD (DJ30), NAS100 Cash (NAS100), Hang Seng Index Cash CFD (HK50), S&P Index Cash CFD (SP500), GER40 Cash (GER40), US SMALL CAP 2000 – CASH (US2000), France 40 Index (FRA40), Nikkei Index Cash CFD (Nikkei225), UK 100 Cash (UK100), EUSTX50 Cash (EU50), ES35 Index Cash (ES35), Hang Seng Tech Index Case CFD (HKTECH), Bovespa Cash CFD (BVSPX), South Africa 40 – CASH (SA40), S&P/ASX 200 Index Cash CFD (SPI200), Singapore 20 Index Cash CFD (SGP20), and the Taiwan RIC Index Cash CFD (TWINDEX), all available on the Bybit Gold & Forex Trading platform.
Bybit Gold & FX Trading marks a significant milestone for Bybit as the first cryptocurrency exchange to achieve seamless MT5 integration. This groundbreaking advancement provides users with access to a diverse range of financial instruments, including forex, gold, and other commodities, alongside traditional crypto offerings. With MT5’s sophisticated charting tools, automated trading capabilities, and intuitive interface, Bybit Gold & FX Trading enhances the trading experience for both seasoned professionals and those new to the markets, setting a new benchmark within the digital asset trading landscape.
“Whatever the market conditions, broader access and powerful, intelligent tools are a trader’s best friend. We’re offering free access to indices trading via MT5 on Bybit for a limited time to allow users to experience the platform and find their trading rhythm in a dynamic market,” said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director of Bybit.
To find out more about the event and its terms and conditions, users may visit: Bybit Indices Unleashed – Trade for Free
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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MEXC Lists AO (AO), Expanding Support for Decentralized Computing and AI Innovation with a 140,000 USDT Prize Pool
VICTORIA, Seychelles, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency trading platform, announces the listing of AO (AO) on both spot and futures markets, scheduled for March 14, 2025, at 06:00 (UTC). To mark the occasion, MEXC is launching an Airdrop+ rewards event with a 140,000 USDT prize pool, providing users with multiple opportunities to engage with AO and explore its potential within the decentralized computing space.
Unleashing AO: MEXC Supports the Future of Decentralized Computing and AI Agents
AO is a decentralized ultra-parallel computing network that expands on-chain computation while ensuring all operations remain verifiable and permanently recorded. Built on Arweave’s permanent storage, AO features an actor-oriented architecture, where modular programs (actors) operate independently, select their own virtual machines (VMs), consensus mechanisms, and payment models, and communicate through a standardized messaging layer. With self-triggering execution and autonomous agent capabilities, AO enables efficient DeFi strategies, automated DEX trading, and AI-driven applications, unlocking a new era of decentralized computing.
By listing AO, MEXC reinforces its commitment to supporting cutting-edge innovations at the intersection of AI, blockchain infrastructure, and decentralized computing. As demand for on-chain processing and AI-powered applications grows, MEXC provides AO with critical market access, deep liquidity, and an engaged global user base to accelerate its adoption and utility. Beyond just a listing, MEXC plays a crucial role in fostering the adoption and development of innovative blockchain projects across AI and DePIN. With a strong trading community, strategic marketing initiatives, and a track record of launching high-potential assets, MEXC provides projects like AO with the tools to gain visibility and traction within the crypto ecosystem. Through this listing, MEXC continues to connect users with the latest blockchain advancements, ensuring accessibility to next-generation decentralized infrastructure.
Celebrate AO’s Listing with a 140,000 USDT Prize Pool
MEXC, known for quickly listing trending tokens, expands its offerings with AO (AO). The AO/USDT trading market officially launched in the Innovation Zone on March 14, 2025, at 06:00 (UTC), followed by the introduction of the AO USDT perpetual futures at 06:10 (UTC), offering adjustable leverage from 1x to 50x with both cross and isolated margin modes.
To celebrate the listing of AO (AO) on MEXC Spot and Futures, MEXC is launching a series of exclusive events from March 13, 2025, at 12:00 (UTC) – March 23, 2025, at 10:00 (UTC), giving both new and existing users the opportunity to earn USDT bonuses and other rewards while engaging with the AO ecosystem.
- Event 1: Deposit to Share 72,000 USDT (New User Exclusive)
New users who trade AO spot (≥ $100) or futures (≥ $500) can earn a 30 USDT bonus, with a total of 72,000 USDT up for grabs.
- Event 2: Futures Challenge — Trade to Share 50,000 USDT in Futures Bonuses (Open to All Users)
Each user can receive up to 5,000 USDT in Futures bonuses.
- Event 3: Invite New Users & Share 18,000 USDT (Open to All Users)
- Event 4: Spread the Word and Win Rewards
Your Easiest Way to Trending Tokens
MEXC aims to become the go-to platform offering the widest range of valuable crypto assets. The platform has grown its user base to 34 million by offering a diverse selection of tokens, high-frequency airdrops, competitive fees, and comprehensive liquidity. In 2024, MEXC launched a total of 2,376 new tokens, including 1,716 initial listings and 605 memecoins, with total airdrop rewards exceeding $136 million.
About MEXC
Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto”. Serving over 34 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, frequent airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.
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